The recent letter on YWN claiming that Donald Trump is essentially selling Israel down the river by forcing it into a bad ceasefire and hostage-release deal with Hamas are not only misguided but also ignore the broader strategic picture. This narrative falsely portrays a rift between Trump and Israeli leadership while undermining the carefully orchestrated policies at play.
First, it’s important to recognize that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and other top officials have celebrated Trump’s re-election. This is no accident. Trump has consistently staffed his administration with individuals deeply aligned with Zionist priorities, reflecting his administration’s unwavering commitment to Israel’s security and long-term objectives.
The ceasefire agreement, far from being a concession, was carefully timed to align with Trump’s inauguration. This is not a coincidence; it’s a coordinated strategy. Claims that Trump “forced” Netanyahu into this deal are baseless. The Israeli leadership understands the advantages of this temporary pause, which provides crucial breathing room for the nation to regroup, rearm, and plan its next moves.
Furthermore, the ceasefire temporarily shifts global attention away from Israel, reducing international pressure and easing the threat of sanctions or prosecution. By alleviating immediate scrutiny, Israel gains the opportunity to consolidate its position and prepare for future actions against threats like Iran, Hezbollah, and Yemen, which remain top priorities for both U.S. and Israeli military strategy.
The notion that this ceasefire compromises Israel’s interests also ignores the broader geopolitical calculus. By implementing a pause, Israel undermines global support for Iranian, Lebanese, and Yemeni attacks, effectively neutralizing potential justifications for aggression. Meanwhile, annexation plans for the West Bank remain firmly on the table, as do coordinated efforts to address Palestinian resistance.
Finally, this ceasefire reflects Trump’s broader strategy to maintain Israel’s advantage while projecting an image of diplomacy. The media’s portrayal of a “rift” between Trump and Netanyahu is a planted narrative designed to obscure the reality of their close alignment.
This deal isn’t about appeasement; it’s a calculated move to ensure Israel emerges stronger, better prepared, and strategically positioned for what lies ahead. Dismissing it as a betrayal not only misunderstands Trump’s policies but also underestimates Israel’s capacity for long-term planning and resilience.
Sincerely,
Shmuel L.
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14 Responses
Nice try…. Did you read the agreement?
I didn’t but if some stuff are true it’s his ego to have a deal that pushed Israel to let go of some demands….
Yeah, we might lose another thousand Jews (chas v’shalom chas v’shalom), but at least there might be fewer anti-Israel protests.
Surely, all the countries will now respect Israel as a strong nation willing to abandon its goals of defeating its enemies just to placate public opinion.
Israel is much safer now. After all, “sticks and stones may break my bones, but protests and world opinion utterly shatter my self-confidence.”
Menachem, I agree wholeheartedly with you.
Trump demanded that the hostages be freed before Inauguration Day, this deal won’t make it happen and trump doesn’t care
I fully concur with Shmuel.Trump didn’t and wouldn’t betray Israel. Things are not always as they appear. – Dan W.
1. Trump isn’t involved at this point. He is just a private citizen until Jan. 20. The Palestinians know that Trump is about to replace Biden, and are running scared (something similar happened in 1981 when the fear of Reagan caused Iran to make concessions that they had rejected when dealing with the very Biden-esque Jimmy Carter).
2. There is very strong pressure within Israel to get the remaining hostages back alive. As long as Israel opposes executing terrorists, they will have a problem of terrorists taking hostage to get their buddies back.
This hostage deal is a disaster. We have a precedent for this, where in a similar swap,
these prisoners went & murdered more Israelis, G-d forbid.
The Lubavitcher Rebbe, ZY’A, strongly spoke out about such a deal.
Daven for Bibi, Binyamin Halevi ben Tzila, that he stay strong & Not give in to pressure.
Rabbi Yirmi Cohen
Let’s not let down our emuna in Donald Trump (whom I personally voted for).
“Trump would never let us down”
“Trump must have a plan, we only have to open up our eyes”
“Trump would never forsake us, he neither slumbers nor sleeps”
“All that Trump does is for the good”
“Even if Trump’s actions seem harmful on the outside, they most certainly will bring positive outcomes”
It sounds like Bibi knows the value of Trump’s wors and promises more then the stupid heimishe Trumpies
According to multiple reports Trump pressured Bibi and threatened Israel in order to get this deal done. When Trump speaks Bibi must listen. Bibi can no longer play the GOP to his favor. Throughout the campaign Trump said that the war must end before he is inaugurated. Trump gave a hard deadline. It is ironic to see the frum MAGA world have a serious meltdown over this. This is exactly what Trump promised to do and this is what you voted for.
daas torah supported both the deal (from what i understand) and the election of trump. menachem does not follow daas torah, he follows the rebbe, who for some inexplicable reason has not put out an opinion on either yet
How can releasing 250 terrorists with blood on their hands that will continue doing so as we’ve seeen in the past, leaving the Philidelphi corredor which Is Hamas most active channel for importing amunition, having Israel stop the war and withdraw IT’s toops of gaza, be a good deal ??????
Why are you calling this a temporary stop when the deal reads that after stage 3 Israel will completely withdraw It’s forces from gaza which means an end of the war and giving Hamas the opportunity to rebuild itself.
Trump forced israel only to show off taht he can bring a deal.
Ard – My Daas Torah said not to vote for Trump. A member of the moetzes advised the same. Voting for the guy who dines with Kanye and Fuentes is not smart. Just last week Trump posted the rantings of noted antisemite Jeffrey Sachs to his truth social account.
crazykanoiy, did they tell you to vote for Harris or did you stay home and potentially contributing (Thank G-d it didn’t happen) Harris to win with your “passive” impasse? Trump IS NOT an antisemite (Trump’s love for Israel eclipse by far Harris’s Jewish husband’s “love” for Israel), but he likes to listen people from all different sides and minds. He is the BEST for America right now and he is the BEST for Israel! Saying that, in my opinion, the deal with Hamas is a terrible one and I hope that there is something we don’t see now but would be beneficial Israel in the long term.