Key Points from 'Hamas Calls for Immediate End to War After Trump Election Win'

Overview

• A senior Hamas official urges for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza following Trump's election win.
• Hamas calls for the establishment of a Palestinian state with Jerusalem as its capital.

Hamas's Stance

• Basem Naim, a member of Hamas Political Bureau, calls for an end to Israeli aggression and for international support in achieving Palestinian independence.
• Criticizes U.S. support for Israel and calls for a shift in policy.

U.S.-Israel Relations

• Trump previously maintained a close relationship with Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu.
• Netanyahu congratulates Trump, emphasizing a strong U.S.-Israel alliance.
• Israeli official expects continued bipartisan support for Israel from U.S.

Trump’s Position

• Criticized Netanyahu's wartime leadership.
• Advocates for a timely end to the Israel-Hamas conflict.
• Trump claims no wars occurred during his previous term and vows to prevent future wars.

Biden Administration

• Ongoing disagreements between Biden and Netanyahu over the war strategy.
• U.S. continues military aid to Israel but faces criticism from both sides.
• VP Kamala Harris echoes Biden's approach, advocating for peace.

Palestinian Authority

• Mahmoud Abbas congratulates Trump and expresses hope for cooperation toward peace.
• Abbas emphasizes commitment to international law and peace.

Historical Context

• Trump's past actions in the Middle East, including moving the U.S. embassy to Jerusalem.
• The 2020 peace proposal, dubbed "deal of the century," which aimed to resolve the Israeli-Palestinian conflict but faced criticism and lack of support.

Current Conflict

• The conflict has expanded with Israeli operations in Lebanon and direct confrontations with Iran.
• Hamas calls for an end to all Israeli campaigns and a halt to U.S. military support for Israel.