Former President Bill Clinton expressed gratitude in a post on X regarding the cease-fire agreement facilitated by President Donald Trump and his administration between Israel and Hamas.
Clinton commented on the “horrific” events following the October 7, 2023 attack on Israel, highlighting the significant human toll. He found the situation difficult to watch and hard to justify.
He noted, “We are thankful that a ceasefire is in place, the last 20 hostages have been freed, and essential aid is finally reaching Gaza.” He emphasized that Trump, along with Qatar and other regional parties, should be acknowledged for maintaining engagement until an agreement was formed.
“Now, both Israel and Hamas, with support from the United States and the global community, need to work on transforming this delicate moment into a lasting peace that ensures dignity and security for both Palestinians and Israelis,” he added. “I believe it can happen, but only if they collaborate.”
His commendation is particularly interesting considering the fraught relationship between Trump and Hillary Clinton, his wife, who ran against him in the 2016 election. Clinton had also previously criticized Trump’s approach to the tensions with Iran over the summer.
During an appearance on “The Daily Show,” Clinton commented, “First of all, there’s no conversation about peace talks in the Middle East, because under Prime Minister Netanyahu, the Israelis will not grant the Palestinians a state. They’re too fragmented and devastated to organize effectively.” He also mentioned Netanyahu’s long-held desire to confront Iran as a means to maintain his position.
Clinton urged the need for diplomatic efforts, saying, “We have to assure our friends in the Middle East of our support and commitment to their protection. But initiating an undeclared war, where the main victims are civilians seeking a decent life, is not a viable solution.”
He reiterated that while the U.S. must oppose any Iranian pursuit of nuclear weapons, safeguarding innocent lives is crucial.
“I believe we should prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons, but we shouldn’t resort to the constant killing of civilians who just want a chance at life,” he stated.
Shortly after Clinton’s comments, Trump initiated Operation Midnight Hammer, targeting Iranian uranium sites with military airstrikes.
Hillary Clinton also expressed her gratitude towards Trump for his role in the peace agreement. After Hamas accepted the cease-fire, she told CBS News, “I commend President Trump and his team, along with the Arab leaders, for their commitment to a 20-point plan aimed at finding a path forward.”
She previously mentioned that she would even nominate Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize if he could persuade Russian President Vladimir Putin to bring an end to the war and restore all occupied territories in Ukraine.
“If President Trump could be the architect of that, I would absolutely nominate him for the Nobel Peace Prize,” she remarked on the “Raging Moderates” podcast.
