Is the Trump administration giving Israel the Ukraine treatment?

OK, not quite because, among other things, the U.S. weapons are still flowing.

But this move to try to revive ceasefire talks by negotiating with Hamas directly looks a bit like speaking to Russia directly about resolving the Ukraine war.

Judging by their response, the Israeli government is none too happy.

Is the Trump administration giving Israel the Ukraine treatment?

OK, not quite because, among other things, the U.S. weapons are still flowing.

But this move to try to revive ceasefire talks by negotiating with Hamas directly looks a bit like speaking to Russia directly about resolving the Ukraine war.

Judging by their response, the Israeli government is none too happy. https://www.axios.com/2025/03/05/us-hamas-talks-gaza-war-israel

Strategic communications advisor.

Recovering politics reporter, HuffPost.

Trump’s game with Hamas isn’t about Hamas or Israel! he couldn’t care less. His real target is Iran, and he is looking for leverage. 

Let’s see how this plays out