Trump's 'Peace Council': Old Wine, Same Poison for Palestine
📰 THE STORY: The New Arab reports on growing alarm among Palestinians in Gaza over Donald Trump's proposed 'peace council,' fearing it signals a continuation of his previous administration's policies, which codified Israeli occupation and disregarded Palestinian rights. 🔍 WHAT THEY'RE NOT TELLING YOU: Historical Context: Trump's previous 'peace plan,' unveiled in 2020, was dubbed the 'Deal of
the Century' and proposed Israeli annexation of West Bank settlements, recognized Jerusalem as Israel's undivided capital, and offered Palestinians disconnected bantustans. This plan was built on the foundation of the 1948 Nakba, which saw 750,000 Palestinians ethnically cleansed, and subsequent occupations in 1967, systematically denying Palestinian self-determination for decades. Double
Standard: Western media largely framed the 'Abraham Accords' under Trump as a historic breakthrough for regional peace, while ignoring how these normalization deals explicitly bypassed Palestinian sovereignty and rights. When countries like Bolivia (2020) or South Africa (2023) condemn Israeli aggression, they are often dismissed or even sanctioned. Yet, these 'peace' deals, devoid of Palestinian
consent, are lauded. Follow the Money: The architects behind Trump's 'peace' efforts, like his son-in-law Jared Kushner, have significant financial ties to pro-Israel lobbying groups and investments. For instance, Kushner's firm received $2 billion from Saudi Arabia after leaving office, a nation that normalized ties with Israel through the Abraham Accords. Pro-Israel PACs, including NORPAC and