Trump, don't legitimize Hamas
Jared Kushner's recent meeting with Hamas is a mistake. The Trump administration risks granting legitimacy to a terrorist group responsible for the worst slaughter of Jews since the Holocaust. It could upend the prospects for a peaceful future for Gazans and Israelis alike.
TL;DR
- Jared Kushner met with Hamas leaders in Cairo on August 16th.
- The meeting aimed to revive stalled negotiations for the Gaza Peace Plan.
- The plan includes a call for Hamas to disarm.
- Critics argue the meeting risks legitimizing Hamas, a group described as responsible for the worst slaughter of Jews since the Holocaust.
- There are concerns the meeting could harm prospects for peace for Gazans and Israelis.
- Kushner stated that if Hamas doesn't follow through on commitments, Israel will receive more support to "finish the job."