Politico magazine revealed on Wednesday that U.S. President Donald Trump reassured Arab leaders that he would prevent Israel from annexing the West Bank, which is governed by the Palestinian Authority—not Hamas.
The American magazine cited six informed sources, stating that Trump pledged to Arab leaders that he would not allow Israel to seize the West Bank. According to two sources, Trump was described as being “firm on this issue.”
Another individual familiar with the discussions noted that despite Trump’s reassurances, a ceasefire to end Israel’s nearly two-year war against Hamas remains elusive.
Two other sources said that Trump and his team presented a white paper outlining the administration’s plan to end the war, including the annexation pledge and other details related to post-war governance and security.