Trump's Meeting with Arab-Muslim Leaders Was Successful

As Israel continues its relentless attacks on the besieged Gaza Strip, concerns are mounting across the Muslim world. Despite widespread international condemnation, no global policy seems effective in stopping the violence.

Meanwhile, the United States has consistently backed Israel’s actions, prompting several Muslim leaders to seek a diplomatic solution through dialogue with U.S. President Donald Trump.

On Tuesday, Trump held a high-level meeting with leaders from eight Arab and Muslim-majority countries, including Egypt, Indonesia, Jordan, Pakistan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). While details of the discussion remain undisclosed, sources say the talks were significant, and outcomes are expected in the near future.

According to Al Jazeera, Trump expressed a positive outlook following the meeting. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan described the discussions as “productive” and expressed satisfaction, saying the aim was to end Israel’s war in Gaza.

The Times of Israel reported that President Trump presented a proposal during the meeting, which includes a ceasefire in Gaza, the release of hostages, and a roadmap for establishing a new governance system in the territory—without Hamas.

The talks come at a time when the UN General Assembly is witnessing a strong wave of global opposition to the war in Gaza. Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva condemned both Israel's military campaign in Gaza and U.S. interventions in the Caribbean. Jordan's King Abdullah II devoted much of his speech to highlighting the suffering of Palestinians, criticizing Israel’s long-standing actions in the region.

In contrast, Trump did not mention the dire humanitarian crisis in Gaza during his UN address. Instead, he focused on criticizing Western nations for recognizing Palestine, arguing that such recognition rewards Hamas and could prolong the conflict rather than resolve it.