Trump was willing to use power, and that gets you credibility in the Middle East: Fmr. ambassador

Key Points of the Peace Deal - The peace deal, a 20-point plan developed by Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, is considered overwhelmingly pro-Israel and addresses Israel's war aims [2] - A key condition of the plan is a 72-hour deadline for the release of all hostages [2] - The plan involves the demilitarization of Gaza, removal of weapons from Hamas, and exile of Hamas leaders [2][3] - Israel would need to make concessions, including withdrawal and the release of some security prisoners [3] - The plan envisions a possible future pathway to a Palestinian state and a role for a reformed authority in the governance of Gaza [3][4] Pressure and Middle East Dynamics - The major pressure is on Hamas, as Middle Eastern leaders are reportedly fed up with Hamas's destabilizing actions [4] - The agreement aims to end the war by putting pressure on Hamas, uniting disparate states, including those not aligned with Israel [5] - The Trump administration demonstrated a willingness to use force in the Middle East, which contributed to the credibility of the peace process [6][7] Disarmament and Future Challenges - A key aspect of the 20-point plan is the disarmament of Hamas, which is considered essential to Israel's security [19] - Disarming Hamas is seen as a significant challenge, as it goes against the organization's core identity [19][20] - The success of the plan hinges on whether Hamas can be effectively disarmed, potentially requiring strong intervention from Qatar and Turkey [21][22]