According to Vice President JD Vance, President Trump has set the stage for a “sustainable peace” across the Middle East.
Vance, at 41 years old, expressed that he is “very optimistic” about Hamas complying with the agreement to release hostages to Israel, attributing the positive developments to Trump’s “non-traditional diplomacy” which led to a groundbreaking diplomatic moment.
“It was quite a challenge. He engaged in a very non-traditional diplomacy with individuals who were not seasoned diplomats, but rather those who provided innovative perspectives,” Vance stated during an interview on CBS News’ “Face the Nation” this past Sunday.
“I believe that due to his unconventional approach, deviating from past methods, we are now positioned on the verge of a sustainable peace in the Middle East. This is a significant moment,” he added.
On September 29, Trump had revealed his 20-point plan for peace between Israel and Gaza, which Hamas accepted on Wednesday night, with the Israeli cabinet approving it the subsequent day.
Hamas is anticipated to release the 20 living hostages either late Sunday or Monday and aims to return the remains of the 28 deceased hostages in the coming weeks.
Trump plans to arrive in Israel on Monday, before heading to Egypt to finalize the historic agreement he played a crucial role in facilitating.
Vance acknowledged that there might be lingering “hard feelings” in the region due to the recent conflict in Gaza, but emphasized that the agreement brokered by Trump will enhance safety for Americans.
“Our focus has been sharply on eradicating the terrorist threat to Israelis, while simultaneously ensuring that innocent civilians in Gaza receive necessary humanitarian assistance. Striking that balance is challenging,” he explained.
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“I’m sure [there are] going to be some hard feelings stemming from the last few years of conflict,” the vice president continued. “Such emotions are common. However, if we can establish a sustainable peace, I am completely confident it will ultimately make Americans safer.”
<pThe vice president also mentioned on NBC’s “Meet the Press” that he considers this deal a conclusion to the two-year Israel-Hamas war.
“We will need to put significant effort into ensuring that the conflict truly comes to an end,” Vance remarked. “This was a difficult process, long-awaited, requiring substantial work.”
“The president does not intend to deploy ground troops to Israel,” he clarified, stating that U.S. forces in the area will primarily be there to observe the situation.
