Summary
President Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu had a heated phone call about Trump's Gaza peace proposal. Trump viewed Hamas' response as an opportunity for peace, while Netanyahu saw it as insufficient for celebration. Despite disagreements, Trump and Netanyahu coordinated efforts to pursue negotiations and reach a possible resolution.
Key Facts
- President Trump called Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu to discuss Hamas' response to a Gaza peace proposal.
- Trump saw Hamas' willingness to negotiate as a positive step, while Netanyahu disagreed.
- During the call, Trump expressed frustration with Netanyahu's negativity.
- Hamas proposed releasing hostages if the war ended and Israeli military withdrew from Gaza.
- Netanyahu wanted to coordinate with the U.S. to prevent a misleading narrative about Hamas' response.
- Trump issued a statement calling on Israel to stop air strikes, and Netanyahu complied shortly after.
- Trump and Netanyahu ultimately aligned on the need for peace and continued negotiations.
- Indirect talks between Hamas and Israel began in Egypt, involving Trump's envoys.
