Gregg Carlstrom from The Economist discussed the magazine's editorial urging President Trump to end the Gaza war, which was atypically assertive given the usual cautious tone of its editorials. The piece arose from heightened concern over Israel's military strategy in Gaza, which includes plans to reoccupy and displace civilians. Carlstrom argued that Trump's diplomatic leverage could compel Israel to cease hostilities while addressing humanitarian needs. The editorial context was framed within Trump's trip to the Gulf, marked by his notable omission to visit Israel, thought to be a strategic choice.
Carlstrom emphasized that The Economist's editorial was a culmination of alarming developments regarding Israel's strategy in Gaza, reflecting deep concern for civilian lives.
The editorial criticized the military campaign's failure to meet its objectives and highlighted how it served Netanyahu's domestic political goals, ignoring humanitarian impacts.
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