
Wednesday, October 15, 2025 by Willow Tohi
http://www.progress.news/2025-10-15-historic-gaza-peace-deal-unites-former-rivals.html
In an unprecedented show of bipartisan cooperation, former Presidents Bill Clinton and Joe Biden publicly commended President Donald Trump for negotiating a landmark ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. The agreement, finalized on October 13, secured the release of the last 20 hostages held by Hamas and facilitated critical humanitarian aid into Gaza. The rare acknowledgment from political adversaries underscores the significance of the deal—one that eluded multiple administrations before Trump’s diplomatic push.
Clinton, who has long been at odds with Trump, issued a statement praising the president’s persistence in securing peace. “President Trump and his administration, Qatar and other regional actors deserve great credit for keeping everyone engaged until the agreement was reached,” Clinton wrote. Biden echoed the sentiment, expressing relief for hostages’ families and Gaza’s civilians while recognizing Trump’s role in finalizing the deal.
The public commendations mark a stark departure from years of acrimony between Trump and the Clintons. Since the 2016 election, Trump and Hillary Clinton engaged in relentless political warfare, with Trump branding her “Crooked Hillary” while she accused him of undermining democracy. Bill Clinton had previously criticized Trump’s Middle East policy, questioning Netanyahu’s commitment to Palestinian statehood and urging restraint in civilian casualties.
Yet, the urgency of ending the Gaza conflict—which has claimed over 67,000 Palestinian lives, according to Hamas-controlled health authorities—transcended political grudges. Clinton’s statement emphasized the need to transform this “fragile moment into lasting peace,” urging Israelis and Palestinians to work toward mutual security and dignity.
The Israel-Hamas conflict has been a persistent flashpoint in Middle Eastern geopolitics, with previous peace efforts collapsing under the weight of mutual distrust. The October 7, 2023, Hamas attack on Israel reignited hostilities, leading to a prolonged military campaign that drew global condemnation over civilian casualties. Trump’s deal, however, represents the most concrete step toward de-escalation in years.
Key elements of the agreement include:
Regional partners, including Qatar and Egypt, played crucial roles in mediation, but Trump’s direct engagement with Israeli and Hamas leaders proved decisive.
World leaders hailed the agreement as a turning point for Middle East stability. Even figures like Hillary Clinton, who once dismissed Trump’s foreign policy acumen, acknowledged the breakthrough.
MSNBC and liberal commentators, typically critical of Trump, also praised the deal, signaling a rare consensus across ideological divides.
While the ceasefire offers immediate relief, long-term peace remains uncertain. Past agreements have unraveled due to violations or political infighting. Clinton’s warning—that Israelis and Palestinians must “do it together”—highlights the fragility of the truce.
For now, however, the focus remains on humanitarian recovery. Aid convoys are entering Gaza, hospitals are being rebuilt and displaced families are returning home. The international community, including the U.S., has pledged support for reconstruction—a task requiring sustained cooperation.
The Gaza ceasefire deal has achieved what seemed impossible: uniting Trump, Clinton and Biden in common cause. Whether this marks a lasting shift in Middle East diplomacy or a fleeting moment of respite, the agreement stands as a testament to the power of persistence—and the unexpected alliances forged in pursuit of peace. As the world watches, the challenge now is ensuring that this fragile truce becomes the foundation for a durable resolution.
In a divided world, even bitter rivals can find common ground—when peace becomes the priority.
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