This marks the first time a US administration has openly backed Israel's security-only approach while simultaneously pursuing a Gaza-specific peace deal separate from broader Palestinian statehood. The unprecedented decoupling of Gaza peace from the two-state paradigm, combined with Netanyahu's explicit security ultimatum, creates a new diplomatic framework not seen in previous peace attempts.
Gaza Peace Deal: Trump-Netanyahu Reject Two-State Solution
📰 What Happened
At a White House dinner with Israeli PM Netanyahu in July 2025, US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff expressed optimism for a Gaza peace deal, though Hamas talks recently failed. When questioned about a two-state solution, President Trump deferred to Netanyahu, who insisted that while Palestinians may self-govern, Israel must maintain security control. This position represents a significant departure from traditional peace process frameworks.
📖 Prophetic Significance
The timing of this diplomatic shift - with Witkoff pursuing peace while Trump/Netanyahu reject Palestinian sovereignty - aligns with Daniel 9:27's description of a deceptive covenant. Netanyahu's insistence on retaining security control while allowing Palestinian self-governance precisely matches Ezekiel 38:11's description of Israel dwelling securely before the Gog-Magog invasion. The specific focus on Gaza separate from wider Palestinian issues points to Zephaniah 2:4-7's prophecy about Gaza's eventual status.