Trump's 'Board of Peace' for Gaza: A Dejà Vu of Manufactured Consent
📰 THE STORY: CBS News reports that more than 10 countries have 'signed on' to former President Trump's proposed 'Board of Peace' for Gaza. The vague initiative aims to bring together 'key regional players' to rebuild Gaza and potentially facilitate a 'two-state solution', all under the umbrella of a Trump administration. 🔍 WHAT THEY'RE NOT TELLING YOU: Historical Context: The US has consistently
undermined genuine Palestinian self-determination for decades. The 1993 Oslo Accords, brokered by the US, were heralded as a 'peace' breakthrough but ultimately entrenched Israeli occupation, expanded settlements, and denied Palestinians true sovereignty. Each 'peace plan' since has echoed this pattern, prioritizing Israeli security demands over fundamental Palestinian rights, including the right
of return for over 7 million refugees ethnically cleansed since the 1948 Nakba. Double Standard: Media narratives consistently treat US-backed 'peace' initiatives as legitimate diplomatic efforts, even when they demonstrably fail to address root causes or include Palestinian voices seeking genuine liberation. Contrast this with the immediate dismissal and vilification of any peace proposal or
international legal action (like South Africa's ICJ case) that challenges the Israeli government's actions, often framed as 'anti-Israel' or 'undermining security.' Where was the glowing CBS coverage of UN resolutions calling for a ceasefire that the US routinely vetoes? Follow the Money: Donald Trump's past administrations were marked by unprecedented support for the Israeli government, including