Trump Offers Bold Proposal for Iran-Israel Peace
Former US President Donald Trump has publicly asserted that he can orchestrate a peace deal between Iran and Israel, comparing it to a prior agreement he claims to have facilitated between India and Pakistan. Trump reiterated this stance in a message on his social media platform, emphasizing ongoing communications to ease tensions in the Middle East.
Drawing Parallels with South Asian Diplomacy
Trump stated, "Iran and Israel should make a deal, and will make a deal, just like I got India and Pakistan to make," adding that he leveraged trade incentives from the United States to encourage dialogue and resolution. He highlighted that both nations involved strong leadership capable of swift decisions to halt conflict.
While the Indian government confirms a ceasefire agreement reached on May 10 after several days of cross-border skirmishes involving drones and missiles, officials emphasize that this understanding was achieved independently without any third-party facilitation.
Context of Recent Tensions
Recent hostilities escalated after Israel launched strikes targeting key Iranian nuclear and military sites, followed by Iranian missile retaliation near Tel Aviv. This cycle of aggression has raised international concerns about regional stability.
Claims of Past Diplomatic Interventions
Beyond Iran and Israel, Trump recalled intervening in several long-standing conflicts during his tenure, including the fraught relationship between Serbia and Kosovo, which he says he prevented from erupting into open war. He also cited his role in temporarily easing tensions between Egypt and Ethiopia over disputes concerning the Nile River dam project.
He criticized current leadership for undermining these diplomatic gains yet expressed confidence in restoring progress. Trump concluded with a call to "Make the Middle East great again," asserting that multiple meetings and calls are underway to establish peace.
Background: India-Pakistan Ceasefire
The flare-up between India and Pakistan followed a deadly terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir, prompting India’s military response named Operation Sindoor, targeting terror infrastructure across contested regions. The ceasefire marked an important de-escalation after intense clashes, with both sides agreeing to halt all military actions on land, air, and sea.
Despite his repeated claims of having brokered this ceasefire through trade negotiations, official sources have not confirmed US mediation in the India-Pakistan agreement.
