Soon after swearing in for a second term on Monday, Donald Trump inked several documents that could have geopolitical implications. He also commented on improving ties between Israel and Saudi Arabia, rebuilding Gaza and chances of Hamas res
Israel and Saudi Arabia normalisation soon?
Talking about the diplomatic relations between Israel and Saudi Arabia, Trump said a normalisation deal could be signed by the two countries soon if not by the end of 2025.
'Gaza ceasefire may not last'
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The US president said that he is not confident whether the Gaza ceasefire deal will complete the three phases. "It is not our war, it's theirs. I'm not confident but I think they are weakened on the other side (Hamas)," he added.
'Hamas cannot rule Gaza'
When asked who will govern Gaza after war, the Trump said it cannot be Hamas as they failed to run the government and most of the militants are dead.
Hamas leader Mousa Abu Marzouk earlier said it is ready for dialogue with the US and credited Trump for ending the war.
Rebuilding Gaza
Trump pointed out that Gaza is in a phenominal location in the Mediterranean, saying the exclave is now "like a massive demolition site". He said might help rebuild the Strip and that "beautiful things could be done".
Sanctions on Israeli settlers revoked
Trump has also revoked sanctions imposed by Biden last year on violent Israeli settlers in West Bank. Among those sanctioned include 17 people and 16 entities. The move comes amid fresh violence by settlers in the Al Funduq village in West Bank.
Foreign aid to Palestine paused
Trump has also ordered a 90-day pause in foreign development assistance. This move could impact US aid to Palestinians just like Trump did in his previous term.
