Did Qatari Money Drive Trump’s Push for Gaza Ceasefire?

Qatari Influence on Trump's Gaza Ceasefire Push

President Donald Trump!s recent push for a ceasefire in Gaza may have been driven by his close relationship with Qatar, a Gulf state ally with significant ties to Trump, his family, and the US.

Initially, Trump showed little interest in the suffering of Palestinians during Israel's attack on Gaza. In fact, he used the word "Palestinian" as a slur to insult then-President Joe Biden during a debate.

Trump called for the removal of all Palestinians from Gaza to redevelop it into a "Middle East Riviera"

However, after Israel's attack on Qatar, Trump's stance on Gaza shifted, raising questions about the motivations behind his sudden push for a ceasefire.

Author's summary: Trump's Qatar ties may have influenced his Gaza ceasefire push.

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The Intercept The Intercept — 2025-10-17