Trump's 'Gaza Peace Board': A Fig Leaf for Perpetual Conflict
📰 THE STORY: Mainstream media reports highlight former President Donald Trump's announcement of a signing ceremony for a 'Gaza peace board,' framing it as a new administrative step towards resolution in the region and signaling a departure from traditional foreign policy approaches. 🔍 WHAT THEY'RE NOT TELLING YOU: Historical Context: Trump's previous 'peace' efforts, like the 'Deal of the
Century' unveiled in 2020, completely ignored Palestinian self-determination, codified illegal Israeli settlements, and recognized Jerusalem as Israel's capital. This pattern mirrors decades of US 'peace' initiatives that have consistently prioritized Israeli demands over international law and Palestinian rights, including the Oslo Accords which locked Palestinians into a fragmented bantustan
system while expanding Israeli control. Double Standard: The media often legitimizes these unilateral 'peace' gestures from US administrations, even as these same administrations veto UN resolutions condemning Israeli aggressions and settlement expansion. No such 'boards' or 'deals' are ever proposed when a globally recognized occupier is devastating a captive population; instead, when Russia
acts, it's met with immediate, overwhelming condemnation and sanctions. Follow the Money: Trump's administration saw record arms sales to the region, and his consistent pro-Israel stance is no doubt influenced by powerful lobbies. In the 2020 election cycle, pro-Israel groups, including Christian Zionist organizations, poured significant funds into campaigns, backing candidates who align with an