Former U.S. President Donald Trump made headlines once again, this time weighing in on the escalating Israel-Iran conflict. Speaking at a campaign event, Trump emphasized that he doesn’t support just a temporary ceasefire but is calling for a “real end” to the hostilities between the two regional powers.
Trump criticized short-term ceasefires as “band-aid solutions” that do little to address the root causes of the conflict. “What the world needs is not another brief pause in the violence,” he said, “but a long-term solution that brings true peace and security to the region.”
The remarks come at a time when tensions have soared, with missile exchanges and growing international concern. Trump’s statement reflects his trademark tough rhetoric and foreign policy stance, as he positioned himself once more as a leader who would take decisive action if reelected.
While world leaders at the recent G7 summit pushed for de-escalation and a humanitarian ceasefire, Trump doubled down on his stance. “We had peace through strength during my time. We need to go back to that,” he added.
As the situation unfolds, many are closely watching whether Trump’s approach will shape U.S. policy going forward, especially as the 2024 presidential race heats up.