The White House gained essential time to strategize following Trump's inauguration amidst a volatile Middle East situation. Trump's controversial statements on relocating Palestinians stirred alarm among regional governments, with major rejections from Palestinian and regional leaders. In a critical turn, US mediation secured an extension of the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire and a renewed hostage release agreement involving Hamas, which included a larger number of hostages being freed than originally planned, showcasing the active diplomatic engagement of the new administration.
The White House's Middle East team, newly appointed, faced a brewing crisis hours after Trump took office, working to mediate a critical ceasefire extension.
Islamic leaders publicly rejected Trump's proposals to relocate Palestinians and emphasized the importance of immediate humanitarian responses to the ongoing crisis.
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