Delaware Senator Calls Trump’s Actions Constructive
Delaware Senator Chris Coons, a Democrat, recently shared his thoughts on Newsmax regarding President Donald Trump’s efforts in the Middle East and Ukraine, labeling them as “constructive.”
As Trump works towards a ceasefire in Gaza, foreign policy analysts express doubt about the long-term prospects for peace while he consults with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Coons, appearing on the program “Records,” emphasized Trump’s encouragement for Netanyahu to seek peace by considering ways to diminish Hamas’ control in Gaza and maintain stability in the region.
“What he’s doing now is constructive. He believes it’s time to collaborate with Prime Minister Netanyahu to bring this to an end,” Coons stated. He also noted Trump’s contribution to discussions about Putin’s accountability for war crimes in Ukraine, which might involve the resumption of military aid. However, Coons expressed uncertainty regarding Trump’s intentions, as the President seemed unaware of the reason behind the suspension of military aid at a recent cabinet meeting.
Coons did not hold Trump responsible for the ceasefire’s failure in Gaza. “I’m not denouncing President Trump regarding the ceasefire,” he remarked. He pointed out that when asked about what Netanyahu would say at their upcoming meeting, it was clear that support from neighboring Arab nations for hosting Palestinian refugees is lacking. He also criticized Trump’s AI-generated video proposal to develop Gaza into a seaside resort as particularly unhelpful in the current conflict.
Coons underscored Trump’s potential impact on both Ukraine and the Middle East, asserting that he could facilitate lasting peace amid ongoing Russian assaults.
“Trump has the opportunity to significantly influence Netanyahu’s situation and the pursuit of peace in Ukraine against Russian aggression, while also finding solutions to end the war with Hamas,” Coons added.
The last ceasefire between Hamas and Israel lasted roughly three months from January to March 2025 before collapsing due to failed negotiations involving Hamas-held hostages. Israel contends that any peace agreement must include Hamas’s agreement to disarm.
Moreover, there are reports that Hamas is incentivizing support for Gaza humanitarian efforts through rewards for Americans, as indicated by a recent State Department cable. The group is facing serious challenges, including leadership losses, deteriorating infrastructure, and a decrease in support from Iran due to weakened military capabilities from Israel and the U.S.
