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Trump Cuts Ties With Netanyahu, Plans Gaza Ceasefire and Humanitarian Aid

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Updated May 9, 2025, 10:42 AM

U.S. President Donald Trump has decided to cut off direct contact with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, citing manipulation concerns. This decision follows reports from close associates who informed Israeli Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer that Trump believes Netanyahu has been manipulating him. The move underscores a significant strain in the relationship between the two leaders, with Trump expressing frustration over Netanyahu's perceived arrogance and attempts to pressure him. In a related development, Trump is poised to announce a comprehensive ceasefire plan for Gaza by the weekend. The proposed deal, to be briefed by Trump envoy Witkoff to the UN Security Council, aims to end the conflict without fully meeting Israel's demands, offering a partially cooperative solution that includes potential involvement of Hamas in Gaza's civil administration. One of the options discussed is granting immunity to Hamas leadership to encourage their acceptance of the deal. This plan could be presented to Israel as a fait accompli, putting pressure on Netanyahu to accept it or face a coalition crisis. Additionally, the Trump administration is pushing forward with a humanitarian aid plan for Gaza. U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee has stated that Trump wants food distributed in Gaza safely and efficiently, with private security companies ensuring the safety of aid workers. Israel will not be involved in the distribution but will focus on security aspects. The plan involves setting up 400 distribution points in Gaza to address the risk of famine. The U.S. does not have a Senate majority to support an agreement that excludes Israel or is implemented without its consent.

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Jennifer Griffin

@JenGriffinFNC

U.S. administration pressuring Israel to sign Gaza truce ahead of Trump's Mideast trip: warns Israel will be left on its own if it does not join agreement with Hamas, according to Ha’aretz. https://t.co/sfcw1J03FV

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@AJABreaking

Urgent | The New York Times quoted Israeli officials: “Gaza Humanitarian Foundation” will distribute aid and provide a lifeline for the Gaza Strip

Quds News Network

@QudsNen

U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee confirmed that Israel will not take part in distributing humanitarian aid inside the Gaza Strip. Instead, private security companies — not traditional humanitarian organizations — will do. https://t.co/jt1qpMEwPm