Trump Threatens 'Eradication' After Years of Facilitated 'Truce'
Former President Trump, known for his 'deal-making,' now threatens Hamas with 'eradication' if they violate a truce. One might recall similar 'last warnings' issued by various administrations and Israeli governments over the past two decades. Netanyahu himself has repeatedly called for Hamas's 'destruction' since 2002, 2006, 2014, and now, 2023, each time after agreements. Critics might question
the sincerity of such threats when the U.S. continues to funnel billions in military aid, often without conditions, ensuring Israel's military dominance while Gaza remains an open-air prison. (According to the Congressional Research Service, U.S. aid to Israel averaged $3.3 billion annually between 2009-2018, with a new 10-year package of $38 billion). This 'eradication' rhetoric conveniently
sidesteps the larger issue: U.S. policy, heavily influenced by lobbying groups like AIPAC, perpetuates the cycle. For instance, in 2023, AIPAC reported spending over $1.7 million on lobbying efforts and made millions in donations to political candidates, including those who consistently vote for unconditional aid to Israel. When will the 'violation' of a truce extend to those who profit from the
conflict itself?