Peace might just have a fighting chance in the Middle East thanks to a certain dealmaker-in-chief, according to The New York Post.
On Thursday, a historic cease-fire agreement between Israel and Hamas was unveiled, brokered with heavy lifting from President Donald Trump, sparking wild celebrations in both Gaza and Israel as a two-year conflict inches toward resolution.
Late on October 8, the news broke, and by early Thursday, October 9, streets in Tel Aviv and Gaza were alive with joy. Crowds in Tel Aviv’s Hostages Square waved American and Israeli flags, dancing with abandon.
Meanwhile, in Khan Younis and across Gaza, Palestinians poured out to mark what they hope is the end of a brutal war.
The agreement, announced as the first step of a broader peace framework, isn’t just a Band-Aid—it’s a blueprint. It calls for an immediate halt to hostilities, a swap of 48 hostages for nearly 2,000 Palestinian prisoners, a phased Israeli military withdrawal from Gaza, Hamas disarmament, and a transitional government overseen by an international body.
Humanitarian aid will also flow into Gaza, offering a lifeline to a battered population. Hamas itself confirmed the terms, tipping their hat to mediators from Qatar, Egypt, and Turkey, alongside Trump’s pivotal role. Now, if that’s not a coalition of the willing, what is?
Let’s talk about that hostage exchange—48 souls on their way home, with Trump announcing their likely release by early next week.
Families of these hostages have been vocal, even writing to the Norwegian Nobel Committee to push for Trump to get the Peace Prize for his efforts. That’s not just gratitude; it’s a demand for recognition.
Speaking of recognition, the streets of both Gaza and Israel echoed with a surprising unity: “Donald Trump! Donald Trump!” as Gazans cheered on Wednesday night. Now, isn’t it something when two sides, so often at odds, find a common hero? Perhaps it’s less about politics and more about results.
In Tel Aviv, the chant shifted to “Nobel Prize to Trump” as crowds waved American flags in Hostages Square. Sure, some might scoff at the idea of Trump getting that shiny medal, but when both sides of a decades-long conflict are singing your name, maybe it’s time to listen.
The Nobel buzz isn’t just street talk—Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu nominated Trump for the prize earlier this year for unrelated efforts in curbing Iran’s nuclear ambitions.
With the Peace Prize winner set to be named on October 10, 2025, the timing couldn’t be more dramatic. Will the committee dare to defy the progressive echo chamber and reward a man who’s ruffling feathers for peace?
Let’s not forget the bigger picture—the White House claims Trump has resolved seven global conflicts, from Israel-Iran tensions to disputes between India and Pakistan. That’s not just a resume; it’s a legacy. While skeptics might roll their eyes, results speak louder than snark.
Back in Gaza, US envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are en route to Cairo to hammer out the final details of this cease-fire. If they can seal the deal, it’s not just a win for the region but a slap in the face to those who think diplomacy is all talk and no action.
Now, let’s be real—peace plans are fragile, and this one has plenty of moving parts, from disarmament to governance. But for the first time in ages, there’s a glimmer of hope, and it’s not coming from endless UN resolutions or academic think tanks. It’s coming from a leader who thrives on shaking up the status quo.
Celebrations aside, the people of Gaza and Israel deserve more than a temporary truce—they deserve a future. This deal, with its promise of aid and withdrawal, offers a start, but only if all parties hold the line.
