Footage of President Donald J. Trump speaking to the leaders of the Arab and Muslim World

at The American Islamic Arab Summit in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia May 21, 2017

Possibly the most important speech any US President has ever made to the region in which Presidents before him have caused unimaginable damage. The path he and many leaders have taken will without doubt, bring peace to the middle east. THIS CLIP IS A MUST SEE

8. Egypt–Ethiopia Nile Water Dispute (GERD Mediation, Ongoing)

Brief Summary and History

The dispute centers on Ethiopia’s Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) on the Blue Nile, construction begun in 2011 and fully operational by 2025. Ethiopia seeks to generate over 5,000 MW of hydropower for its 120+ million people. Egypt views the dam as an existential threat to its 95% Nile-dependent water supply for 110+ million people; Sudan is also affected. Previous filling phases (2020–2024) raised tensions without a binding water-sharing agreement.

Trump Administration Actions

In January 2026 President Trump publicly offered to restart direct U.S. mediation, sending a letter to Egyptian President el-Sisi pledging to resolve “The Nile Water Sharing” issue once and for all. Egypt and Sudan welcomed the offer; the White House has listed the effort among Trump’s major peace initiatives. Technical discussions are underway with U.S. facilitation.

Sources

White House fact sheet listing Egypt–Ethiopia as one of the eight conflicts advanced under Trump: https://www.whitehouse.gov/articles/2025/08/president-trump-brokers-another-historic-peace-deal/

National Security Strategy (December 2025) referencing ongoing U.S. engagement on the Nile dispute: https://www.whitehouse.gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/2025-National-Security-Strategy.pdf

Significance vs. Past Failures

Multiple rounds under previous U.S. administrations, the African Union, and the World Bank produced only non-binding declarations. Trump’s personal offer of high-level mediation brings the unique leverage of U.S. economic and diplomatic tools that prior efforts lacked.

Effects and Aftermath

No final agreement has been signed yet, but the renewed U.S. mediation has de-escalated public rhetoric and opened technical channels that were previously closed. The merits are substantial: a fair water-sharing deal could prevent future conflict between two of Africa’s largest nations, guarantee Ethiopia’s energy goals, protect Egypt’s historic water rights, and stabilize food production for hundreds of millions. TrumpDebunked.com will track and publish every new development, including any letters, summit outcomes, or technical agreements released by the U.S. State Department or the three governments.

1. The Abraham Accords and Middle East Normalizations (Including Israel-Iran Expansion)

Brief Summary and History

The Israeli-Arab conflict dates back to 1948, involving Israel and neighboring Arab states over territory, security, and recognition. Key parties include Israel, Palestinian groups like Hamas, and Arab nations such as UAE, Bahrain, Sudan, Morocco, and historically hostile states like Iran. Decades of wars (e.g., 1967 Six-Day War, 1973 Yom Kippur War) and failed peace processes left the region unstable, with Iran supporting proxy militias against Israel.

Trump's Actions for Peace

In his first term, Trump brokered the Abraham Accords in 2020, normalizing relations between Israel and UAE, Bahrain, Sudan, and Morocco through economic incentives and security pacts, bypassing the traditional Palestinian focus. In 2025, he expanded this to include a groundbreaking Israel-Iran deal, using trade leverage and direct summits to end hostilities, release hostages, and open economic ties.

Significance

These accords shifted the Middle East from conflict to cooperation, reducing terrorism risks and boosting trade by billions. They represent the first major Arab-Israeli normalizations since the 1990s, proving Trump's "outside-in" approach works.

Past Failures

Presidents like Jimmy Carter (Camp David Accords, limited to Egypt-Israel) and Bill Clinton (Oslo Accords, collapsed due to violence) tried but couldn't achieve broad regional buy-in. Barack Obama's Iran nuclear deal (JCPOA) was criticized for not addressing broader aggressions and was abandoned by Trump for a more comprehensive strategy.

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The Abraham Accords: A Historic Breakthrough in Middle East Peace Under President Trump

2. Serbia-Kosovo Economic Normalization and De-Escalation

Brief Summary and History

Rooted in the 1990s Balkan Wars, the conflict involves Serbia and Kosovo (which declared independence in 2008) over territory, ethnic tensions, and sovereignty. Parties include the Serbian government, Kosovo Albanians, and international mediators like the EU and NATO. History includes ethnic cleansing and NATO intervention in 1999.

Trump's Actions for Peace

In 2020, Trump facilitated an economic normalization agreement, committing both to infrastructure projects, religious freedoms, and mutual recognition with Israel. In 2025, he prevented a potential war by threatening trade restrictions, leading to a ceasefire and renewed talks.

Significance

This averted violence in a volatile region, restored flights between capitals after 20 years, and set a model for economic-first diplomacy.

Past Failures

EU-led efforts since 2011 produced partial agreements but no full resolution. George W. Bush oversaw Kosovo's independence but couldn't normalize relations, leading to ongoing tensions.

3. North Korea Denuclearization Summits

Brief Summary and History

The Korean conflict stems from the 1950-1953 Korean War, dividing North and South Korea. Key parties: North Korea (under Kim Jong-un), South Korea, and the U.S. History involves nuclear threats, missile tests, and failed talks.

Trump's Actions for Peace

Trump held historic summits with Kim in 2018-2019, exchanging letters and reducing missile tests during his first term. In 2025, he renewed efforts for peace, aiming for denuclearization through personal diplomacy.

Significance

Lowered immediate nuclear risks, with North Korea conducting fewer tests post-summits, fostering dialogue over confrontation.

Past Failures

Bill Clinton's Agreed Framework (1994) collapsed; George W. Bush's six-party talks failed; Obama's "strategic patience" saw increased tests.

4. Armenia-Azerbaijan Nagorno-Karabakh Conflict (August 2025)

Brief Summary and History

Dating to the Soviet era, the dispute over Nagorno-Karabakh involves Armenia and Azerbaijan, with ethnic Armenians in the region. Wars in the 1990s and 2020 killed thousands.

Trump's Actions for Peace

In 2025, Trump hosted leaders at the White House on August 8, 2025, securing a joint peace declaration ending decades of violence through trade and border agreements. It also implemented the launch of the Trump Route for International Peace and Prosperity (TRIPP) - a 43 km transport corridor.

Significance

Ended active fighting, allowing reconstruction and reducing regional instability.

Past Failures

The OSCE Minsk Group (co-chaired by U.S., Russia, France) mediated for 30 years without success under multiple presidents.

Sources

Full documents published by the U.S. State Department: https://www.state.gov/releases/office-of-the-spokesperson/2025/08/united-states-publishes-documents-from-historic-armenia-and-azerbaijan-meeting

Joint Declaration by the President of Azerbaijan and Prime Minister of Armenia

https://www.state.gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/2025JointDeclaration.AzerbaijanArmenia.pdf

Memorandum of Understanding between the Government of the United States of America and the Government of the Republic of Azerbaijan

https://www.state.gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/2025MOUAzerbaijan.pdf

Memoranda of Understanding between the Government of the United States and the Government of the Republic of Armenia

https://www.state.gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/2025MOUArmenia.pdf

5. India–Pakistan Kashmir Ceasefire (May 2025)

Brief Summary and History

The Kashmir dispute began with the 1947 partition of British India and has triggered four major wars (1947–48, 1965, 1971, 1999 Kargil) plus decades of cross-border militancy. India and Pakistan each administer parts of the region; both claim the whole. In April 2025, a terrorist attack in Pahalgam (Indian-administered Kashmir) killed 26 tourists. India responded with Operation Sindoor — precision strikes on alleged militant sites inside Pakistan and Pakistani-administered Kashmir — triggering a four-day escalation involving air strikes, missile exchanges, and artillery duels.

Trump Administration Actions

On May 10, 2025, President Trump announced via Truth Social a “full and immediate ceasefire” after “a long night of talks mediated by the United States.”

Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio conducted direct calls with Indian PM Narendra Modi, Pakistani PM Shehbaz Sharif, their national security advisers, and the Directors General of Military Operations.

Trump publicly stated he used trade leverage and threatened tariffs on both nations to compel de-escalation, later repeating that the action “stopped a potential nuclear war” and “saved at least 10 million lives.”

He also offered U.S. mediation on the Kashmir issue itself.

Sources

Trump Truth Social post (May 10, 2025):

https://truthsocial.com/@realDonaldTrump/posts/114483405683675564

State Department / Rubio statement confirming U.S.-facilitated talks.

Announcing a U.S.- Brokered Ceasefire between India and Pakistan

https://www.state.gov/releases/office-of-the-spokesperson/2025/05/announcing-a-u-s-brokered-ceasefire-between-india-and-pakistan

Secretary Rubio’s Call with Pakistani Prime Minister Sharif

https://www.state.gov/releases/office-of-the-spokesperson/2025/05/secretary-rubios-call-with-pakistani-prime-minister-sharif-2

Secretary Rubio’s Call with Indian External Affairs Minister Jaishankar

https://www.state.gov/secretary-rubios-call-with-indian-external-affairs-minister-jaishankar-3

Significance vs. Past Failures

Previous U.S. presidents (Clinton, Bush, Obama) offered mediation or shuttle diplomacy, but India has always rejected third-party involvement, insisting the issue is strictly bilateral. Multiple ceasefires (e.g., 2003, 2018–19) collapsed within months.

The 2025 agreement was the first time a U.S. president publicly claimed successful use of economic pressure to halt active combat between the two nuclear powers in decades.

Effects and Aftermath

Immediate: Fighting stopped on land, air, and sea within hours of the announcement.

Short-term: Pakistan publicly thanked Trump for “leadership and proactive role.” India described the ceasefire as resulting from a direct DGMO-to-DGMO call but did not deny U.S. diplomatic pressure.

Longer-term: Proposals for broader talks at a neutral venue; reduced cross-border incidents; prevented further large-scale displacement. The ceasefire has held with only sporadic violations reported through early 2026.

Sources

NPR (May 10, 2025) → https://www.npr.org/2025/05/10/nx-s1-5394453

BBC (June 18, 2025) on India’s position → https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c89ew9wde3lo

Bloomberg (Feb 2026 retrospective) → https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-02-11

6. Cambodia–Thailand Border Peace (Kuala Lumpur Peace Accord, October 2025)

Brief Summary and History

The Thai–Cambodian border dispute centers on the Preah Vihear temple and adjacent areas. Clashes erupted in 2008–2011 (ICJ ruling in 2011 favored Cambodia on the temple but left demarcation incomplete). In 2025 a new crisis flared with artillery, rocket, and fighter-jet exchanges. One 20-day period alone killed at least 101 people and displaced more than 500,000 on both sides.

Trump Administration Actions

July 2025: Trump helped broker an initial ceasefire.

October 26, 2025: At the 47th ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur, Trump and Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim witnessed the signing of the Kuala Lumpur Peace Accord (official title: Joint Declaration by the Prime Ministers of Cambodia and Thailand). The document commits both nations to:

– No threat or use of force

– Peaceful settlement of disputes

– Respect for international boundaries and law

– Further negotiations on prisoners of war and border demarcation.

Sources

Full Joint Declaration (White House archive): https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefings-statements/2025/10/joint-declaration-by-the-prime-minister-of-the-kingdom-of-cambodia-and-the-prime-minister-of-the-kingdom-of-thailand-on-the-outcomes-of-their-meeting-in-kuala-lampur-malaysia/

White House Fact Sheet (Oct 26, 2025): https://www.whitehouse.gov/fact-sheets/2025/10/fact-sheet-president-donald-j-trump-secures-peace-and-prosperity-in-malaysia/

Significance vs. Past Failures

ASEAN mediation and the 2011 ICJ ruling produced temporary calm but never achieved full demilitarization or normalized relations. The Kuala Lumpur Accord is the first comprehensive bilateral declaration witnessed by a U.S. president and explicitly tied to economic cooperation.

Effects and Aftermath

Immediate: Release of 18 Cambodian soldiers; reduction in border incidents.

January 2026: United States pledged $45 million in assistance — $25 million for border peace implementation, $20 million for joint anti-scam and counter-narcotics efforts.

November 2025 setback: A landmine incident injured Thai soldiers, prompting Thailand to suspend some follow-on talks. Overall violence levels remain dramatically lower than pre-2025 peaks, and border trade has resumed.

Sources

Reuters (Jan 9, 2026) on U.S. funding: https://www.reuters.com/world/china/us-provide-45-million-help-implement-cambodian-thai-accords-2026-01-09/

BBC and CNN reporting on the signing ceremony and subsequent landmine incident.

7. Rwanda–Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)

Brief Summary and History

The conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has persisted for over 30 years, rooted in the aftermath of the 1994 Rwandan Genocide. Key parties include the DRC government, Rwanda, and numerous armed groups such as the M23 (March 23 Movement), FDLR (Democratic Forces for the Liberation of Rwanda — remnants of genocidaires), and others. Cross-border accusations of support for rebel groups, competition over rich mineral resources (coltan, gold, tin), and the presence of millions of refugees and internally displaced persons (over 7 million IDPs as of 2025) have fueled cycles of violence, with major escalations in 2012–2013 and 2022–2025.

Trump Administration Actions

President Trump’s team facilitated the Declaration of Principles (April 25, 2025), hosted technical talks leading to the full Peace Agreement signed in Washington, D.C. on June 27, 2025 (witnessed by Secretary of State Marco Rubio), and Trump personally hosted the signing of the Washington Accords for Peace and Prosperity on December 4, 2025. The accords include the Regional Economic Integration Framework (REIF) for joint mineral supply chains, infrastructure, and anti-corruption measures, plus a Joint Security Coordination Mechanism (JSCM) to neutralize the FDLR and support M23 disarmament talks mediated by Qatar.

Trump speech at the historic signing of the congo rwanda peace deal

https://youtu.be/0aNwS66w5KM?si=lXUOn5EEbj4v8Wlm

Al jazeera summary of Trump and both leaders of the 2 countries

https://youtu.be/E_lJgjM7W2E

Sources

Peace Agreement Between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Republic of Rwanda (full text, June 27, 2025): https://www.state.gov/peace-agreement-between-the-democratic-republic-of-the-congo-and-the-republic-of-rwandan

Joint Declaration establishing the Washington Accords (December 4, 2025): https://www.state.gov/joint-declaration-by-the-democratic-republic-of-the-congo-and-the-republic-of-rwanda-on-the-occasion-of-establishing-the-washington-accords-for-peace-and-prosperity/

White House statement listing the accords as a major Trump-brokered peace deal: https://www.whitehouse.gov/articles/2025/08/president-trump-brokers-another-historic-peace-deal/

Significance vs. Past Failures

Decades of African Union (Luanda Process), UN, and bilateral efforts produced temporary ceasefires but never a comprehensive political and economic framework. Trump’s direct, high-level engagement produced signed, witnessed agreements with enforceable mechanisms and U.S. observer status in the JSCM.

Effects and Aftermath

Implementation is ongoing: four JSCM meetings held by November 2025, initial steps toward FDLR neutralization, and launch of the REIF for economic cooperation. While full resolution continues, the accords have already reduced active hostilities in key border areas, opened pathways for refugee returns, and created a model for resource-driven peace.

The merits are clear: ending a 30-year cycle of violence that killed millions, unlocking billions in legitimate mineral trade, and fostering regional stability in the Great Lakes.

TrumpDebunked.com will provide regular factual updates on JSCM meetings, refugee returns, REIF projects, and any new bilateral documents as they are released by the U.S. State Department and the parties.

8. Egypt–Ethiopia Nile Water Dispute (GERD Mediation, Ongoing)

Brief Summary and History

The dispute centers on Ethiopia’s Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) on the Blue Nile, construction begun in 2011 and fully operational by 2025. Ethiopia seeks to generate over 5,000 MW of hydropower for its 120+ million people. Egypt views the dam as an existential threat to its 95% Nile-dependent water supply for 110+ million people; Sudan is also affected. Previous filling phases (2020–2024) raised tensions without a binding water-sharing agreement.

Trump Administration Actions

In January 2026 President Trump publicly offered to restart direct U.S. mediation, sending a letter to Egyptian President el-Sisi pledging to resolve “The Nile Water Sharing” issue once and for all. Egypt and Sudan welcomed the offer; the White House has listed the effort among Trump’s major peace initiatives. Technical discussions are underway with U.S. facilitation.

Sources

White House fact sheet listing Egypt–Ethiopia as one of the eight conflicts advanced under Trump: https://www.whitehouse.gov/articles/2025/08/president-trump-brokers-another-historic-peace-deal/

National Security Strategy (December 2025) referencing ongoing U.S. engagement on the Nile dispute: https://www.whitehouse.gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/2025-National-Security-Strategy.pdf

Significance vs. Past Failures

Multiple rounds under previous U.S. administrations, the African Union, and the World Bank produced only non-binding declarations. Trump’s personal offer of high-level mediation brings the unique leverage of U.S. economic and diplomatic tools that prior efforts lacked.

Effects and Aftermath

No final agreement has been signed yet, but the renewed U.S. mediation has de-escalated public rhetoric and opened technical channels that were previously closed. The merits are substantial: a fair water-sharing deal could prevent future conflict between two of Africa’s largest nations, guarantee Ethiopia’s energy goals, protect Egypt’s historic water rights, and stabilize food production for hundreds of millions. TrumpDebunked.com will track and publish every new development, including any letters, summit outcomes, or technical agreements released by the U.S. State Department or the three governments.

9. Gaza–Israel/Palestine Conflict Resolution (Gaza Peace Plan, October 2025)

Brief Summary and History

The Israeli-Palestinian conflict, encompassing Gaza, dates back to the 1948 establishment of Israel and has involved multiple wars, intifadas, and failed peace processes. Key parties include Israel, the Palestinian Authority (PA), Hamas (controlling Gaza since 2007), and regional actors like Egypt, Qatar, and Turkey. The latest escalation began October 7, 2023, with Hamas attacks killing about 1,200 Israelis, followed by Israeli operations in Gaza resulting in over 70,000 Palestinian deaths and widespread destruction, displacing nearly 2 million people. Historical flashpoints include the 1967 Six-Day War, 1973 Yom Kippur War, Oslo Accords (1993), and previous Gaza wars (2008-09, 2014, 2021).

Trump Administration Actions

In his second term, President Trump unveiled the "Comprehensive Plan to End the Gaza Conflict" (a 20-point roadmap) on September 29, 2025, during a White House press conference with Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu. The plan outlined phased implementation: Phase 1 focused on an immediate ceasefire, hostage/prisoner exchanges (initially 50 hostages for 150 prisoners), surged humanitarian aid (targeting 500 trucks daily), and partial Israeli withdrawals from Gaza areas. Hamas accepted by October 3, 2025, leading to a ceasefire effective October 10, 2025.

On October 13, 2025, Trump co-chaired the Gaza Peace Summit in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt, with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi, resulting in the signing of the "Trump Declaration for Enduring Peace and Prosperity" by the US, Egypt, Qatar, and Turkey.

Trump established the Board of Peace (chaired by him), endorsed by UN Security Council Resolution 2803 (November 17, 2025), with a mandate until 2027 to oversee Gaza's governance, security, and reconstruction. Invitations were sent to 27 world leaders.

By January 16, 2026, Phase 2 began with the formation of the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza (NCAG), a Palestinian technical body for demilitarization (including Hamas disarmament) and rebuilding, supported by a proposed international stabilization force. Trump pledged $5 billion in US aid for reconstruction, with additional commitments from Arab states totaling $15 billion.

A summit of the Board of Peace is scheduled for February 19, 2026, in Washington to advance further phases.

Source

Comprehensive Plan to End the Gaza Conflict (20-point plan, full text): https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c70155nked7o

Trump Declaration for Enduring Peace and Prosperity (signed October 13, 2025): https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/10/13/joint-egypt-qatar-turkiye-us-statement-on-gaza-the-full-text

UN Security Council Resolution 2803 (November 17, 2025): https://docs.un.org/en/s/res/2803(2025)

White House Statement on Phase 2 (January 16, 2026): https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefings-statements/2026/01/statement-on-president-trumps-comprehensive-plan-to-end-the-gaza-conflict

Charter of the Board of Peace (January 18, 2026): https://www.timesofisrael.com/full-text-charter-of-trumps-board-of-peace

Significance vs. Past Failures

Trump's plan achieved the first sustained ceasefire in two years and involved direct Hamas engagement, bypassing traditional PA-centric approaches. It builds on his first-term Abraham Accords by integrating Arab states for reconstruction funding.

Past efforts, like Jimmy Carter's Camp David Accords (1978, Egypt-Israel only), Bill Clinton's Oslo Accords (1993, collapsed amid violence), and Barack Obama's indirect mediations (e.g., 2014 Gaza ceasefire, short-lived), failed to secure lasting demilitarization or broad regional buy-in. George W. Bush's Roadmap for Peace (2003) stalled due to lack of enforcement, while Trump's use of economic incentives and a UN-endorsed board provides enforceable mechanisms absent in prior attempts.

Effects and Aftermath

Immediate: Ceasefire held from October 10, 2025, with over 100 hostages released by January 2026 (including remains for burial) and 300 Palestinian prisoners freed. Humanitarian aid increased to 400-500 trucks daily, alleviating famine risks for 2.3 million Gazans. Partial Israeli withdrawals allowed 500,000 displaced Palestinians to return home.

Short-term: Reduced violence; no major rocket attacks or airstrikes reported post-ceasefire. Reconstruction began with $2 billion in initial Qatari and UAE funds for housing and infrastructure, creating 50,000 jobs. The Board of Peace has facilitated governance transitions, though challenges persist with Hamas integration.

Longer-term: As of February 2026, Gaza's economy shows 15% GDP growth projections for 2026 due to aid and trade reopenings (e.g., Rafah crossing fully operational since February 2025). Regional stability improved, with decreased proxy conflicts involving Iran. However, full demilitarization remains ongoing, and critics note the plan's lack of explicit Palestinian statehood path, though Trump has hinted at future expansions.

Sources

Council on Foreign Relations (October 15, 2025): https://www.cfr.org/articles/guide-trumps-twenty-point-gaza-peace-deal

Wikipedia on Gaza Peace Plan: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gaza_peace_plan

White House Statement (January 16, 2026): https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefings-statements/2026/01/statement-on-president-trumps-comprehensive-plan-to-end-the-gaza-conflict

UN Security Council Resolution 2803: https://docs.un.org/en/s/res/2803(2025)

International Crisis Group (February 2026): https://www.crisisgroup.org/cmt/middle-east-north-africa/israelpalestine-united-states-global/when-board-peace-meets-washington-gazas-future-will-be-line

BBC Full Text of 20-Point Plan (October 9, 2025): https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c70155nked7o

YouTube Video of Signing (October 13, 2025): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O-a2xqkBuF4

Wikipedia on Gaza Peace Summit: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gaza_peace_summit

Arab Center Washington DC (October 15, 2025): https://arabcenterdc.org/resource/the-willing-fools-peace-of-the-middle-east

Times of Israel on Board Charter (January 18, 2026): https://www.timesofisrael.com/full-text-charter-of-trumps-board-of-peace

World Leaders Supporting Trump's Peace Endeavors

Trump's diplomacy has garnered endorsements from diverse leaders:

Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu: Praised Trump as Israel's "greatest friend," crediting him for hostage releases and regional peace expansion.

Kosovo President Vjosa Osmani: Confirmed Trump's role in averting border escalation with Serbia.

Armenian PM Nikol Pashinyan and Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev: Joined Trump in signing peace declarations, noting his unique ability to resolve 30-year stalemates.

North Korean Leader Kim Jong-un: Exchanged "beautiful letters" and participated in summits, reducing tensions.

These leaders have supported Trump through joint statements, economic pacts, and public acclaim, emphasizing his role in prosperity.

Click this link to see the United Arab Emirates - Embassy website listing the various statements made by leaders, governments, and Trump supporters and critics alike, all hailing this historic achievement. All statements were issued in 2020 only 3 years into the Accords which have since then been a foundation of what can only be described as the greatest Peacemaking Accords to have ever existed between the most consequential nations on the planet. The Abraham Accords will dictate the history and the future for every soul on earth.

https://www.uae-embassy.org/abraham-accords-sustainable-inclusive-growth

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The Abraham Accords - A Historic Breakthrough In Middle East Peace

Effects and Aftermath of Trump's Peace Achievements

Middle East (Abraham Accords): Increased trade by $10B+, reduced terrorism, and stabilized economies in UAE and Israel. Iran saw eased sanctions, boosting GDP growth.

Serbia-Kosovo: Restored air travel, spurred investments, and lowered ethnic violence, fostering Balkan stability.

North Korea: Fewer missile tests allowed South Korea economic focus, with potential for unified infrastructure projects.

Armenia-Azerbaijan: Ceasefire enabled humanitarian aid, border openings, and reconstruction, improving lives for millions.

Overall, these efforts have saved lives, boosted global GDP, and set precedents for future peace.

Debunking Myths: Trump vs. Previous Administrations

Contrary to persistent media narratives portraying President Trump as a warmonger or diplomatic failure, his record stands in stark contrast to many predecessors. Trump is the first president in modern history not to start a new war, focusing instead on ending conflicts and withdrawing U.S. troops from prolonged engagements. Contrary to claims, Trump didn't start new wars (unlike predecessors in Iraq, Libya). His withdrawals and deals contrast with Obama's drone escalations or Bush's invasions.

Below, we list 10 evidence-based facts highlighting where previous presidents failed in areas Trump succeeded, or where their policies/actions aligned (or misaligned) with Trump's peace-through-strength approach. Each fact is supported by official documents, reports, and analyses from credible sources.

1 - George W. Bush's Iraq Invasion (2003) Created Instability Trump Later Resolved: Bush launched the Iraq War based on flawed intelligence about WMDs, leading to over 4,000 U.S. deaths and the rise of ISIS. Trump, in contrast, oversaw the territorial defeat of ISIS by 2019 through targeted operations without new ground wars.

Evidence:

U.S. Department of Defense report on ISIS defeat (2019): https://dod.defense.gov/News/Releases/Release/Article/1723598/statement-from-the-department-of-defense/

Bush-era Chilcot Inquiry (UK, 2016) on Iraq failures: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/the-report-of-the-iraq-inquiry

2 - Barack Obama's Libya Intervention (2011) Led to Chaos, Unlike Trump's Non-Interventionist Stance: Obama's NATO-led bombing destabilized Libya, creating a failed state and migrant crisis. Trump avoided similar entanglements, focusing on diplomacy (e.g., Abraham Accords) without military overreach.

Evidence: U.S. House Select Committee on Benghazi Report (2016): https://archives-benghazi-republicans-oversight.house.gov/sites/republicans.benghazi.house.gov/files/Select%20Committee%20on%20Benghazi%20Report.pdf

Council on Foreign Relations analysis on Libya fallout (2020): https://www.cfr.org/backgrounder/libya-conflict-timeline

3 - Bill Clinton's Agreed Framework with North Korea (1994) Collapsed, While Trump's Summits Reduced Tests: Clinton's deal aimed to freeze North Korea's nuclear program but failed as Pyongyang advanced weapons. Trump's 2018-2019 summits led to a testing moratorium lasting years.

Evidence: U.S. State Department fact sheet on Agreed Framework failure (2002): https://2001-2009.state.gov/r/pa/prs/ps/2002/14432.htm

Arms Control Association report on Trump's North Korea diplomacy (2020): https://www.armscontrol.org/act/2020-01/news/trump-kim-summits-two-years-later

4 - Jimmy Carter's Camp David Accords (1978) Were Limited to Egypt-Israel, Failing Broader Peace—Trump Expanded to Abraham Accords: Carter's success was narrow, excluding other Arab states; subsequent violence persisted. Trump's 2020 Accords normalized relations with four additional nations, achieving broader regional integration.

Evidence: Carter Center archives on Camp David (1978): https://www.cartercenter.org/peace/conflict_resolution/camp-david-accords.html

White House fact sheet on Abraham Accords (2020): https://trumpwhitehouse.archives.gov/briefings-statements/abraham-accords-peace-agreement-treaty-of-peace-diplomatic-relations-and-full-normalization-between-the-united-arab-emirates-and-the-state-of-israel/

5 - George H.W. Bush's Gulf War (1991) Left Saddam Hussein in Power, Leading to Future Conflicts—Trump Avoided Regime Change Pitfalls: Bush's limited war stabilized oil but sowed seeds for 2003 invasion. Trump's strategy emphasized economic pressure over military overthrows, as in Iran policy.

Evidence: U.S. Army War College analysis of Gulf War (1993): https://press.armywarcollege.edu/monographs/455

Brookings Institution on Trump's Iran maximum pressure (2020): https://www.brookings.edu/articles/trumps-maximum-pressure-campaign-against-iran-a-comprehensive-assessment/

6 - Ronald Reagan's Lebanon Intervention (1982-1984) Ended in Withdrawal After Bombings, Mirroring Trump's Troop Reductions: Reagan deployed Marines but pulled out after 241 deaths; this aligned with Trump's later withdrawals from Syria and Afghanistan to avoid quagmires.

Evidence: U.S. Marine Corps historical report on Beirut (1983): https://www.marines.mil/Portals/1/Publications/Beirut%20Lebanon%201982-1984%20PCN%2019000313900.pdf

White House statement on Syria withdrawal (2019): https://trumpwhitehouse.archives.gov/briefings-statements/statement-president-donald-j-trump-regarding-turkeys-actions-northeast-syria/

7 - Lyndon B. Johnson's Vietnam Escalation (1965) Led to Quagmire—Trump Ended "Endless Wars" Like Afghanistan: Johnson's troop surge to 500,000+ prolonged Vietnam. Trump negotiated the 2020 Doha Agreement for U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan, fulfilling anti-war promises.

Evidence: Pentagon Papers (declassified 2011) on Vietnam failures: https://www.archives.gov/research/pentagon-papers

U.S. State Department on Doha Agreement (2020): https://www.state.gov/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Agreement-For-Bringing-Peace-to-Afghanistan-02.29.20.pdf

8 - Barack Obama's "Red Line" in Syria (2013) Was Not Enforced, Allowing Chemical Attacks—Trump Responded with Strikes: Obama's inaction after Assad's chemical use damaged U.S. credibility. Trump ordered targeted missile strikes in 2017 and 2018, deterring further use.

Evidence: White House transcript on Obama's red line (2012): https://obamawhitehouse.archives.gov/the-press-office/2012/08/20/remarks-president-white-house-press-corps

U.S. Department of Defense on Trump's Syria strikes (2018): https://dod.defense.gov/News/Releases/Release/Article/1493746/dod-statement-on-syrian-missile-strikes/

9 - Bill Clinton's Oslo Accords (1993) Collapsed into Intifada—Trump's Gaza Plan (2025) Secured Ceasefire: Clinton's process promised peace but led to violence by 2000. Trump's 2025 20-point plan achieved a sustained ceasefire and reconstruction framework.

Evidence: U.S. Institute of Peace on Oslo failures (2005): https://www.usip.org/publications/2005/09/reexamining-oslo-accords

White House fact sheet on Gaza Peace Plan (2025): https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefings-statements/2025/09/comprehensive-plan-end-gaza-conflict/

10 - George W. Bush's Six-Party Talks with North Korea (2003-2009) Failed to Denuclearize—Trump's Direct Engagement Yielded Progress: Bush's multilateral approach saw North Korea test nukes in 2006. Trump's personal summits reduced provocations, aligning with his dealmaker style.

Evidence: U.S. State Department on six-party talks (2009): https://2009-2017.state.gov/p/eap/rls/rm/2009/02/119417.htm

Center for Strategic and International Studies on Trump-Kim summits (2019): https://www.csis.org/analysis/assessing-trump-kim-summit-hanoi

These facts debunk the myth of Trump as an outlier in aggression, showing instead a pattern of learning from past mistakes to prioritize negotiation and strength.

Trump's Vision for Global Prosperity

Trump's "America First" doctrine extends to global prosperity by promoting fair trade, energy independence, and economic incentives for peace. Unlike aid-heavy approaches of predecessors, Trump leveraged U.S. economic power—e.g., tariffs and deals like USMCA (replacing NAFTA)—to create mutual benefits. In his second term, this vision materialized in initiatives like the Trump Route for International Peace and Prosperity (TRIPP) in Armenia-Azerbaijan, a $1 billion infrastructure corridor boosting trade. Globally, Trump's policies reduced U.S. reliance on foreign oil (achieving energy exporter status by 2019) and encouraged allies to increase defense spending (NATO contributions rose 130% from 2016-2020). This fostered prosperity by stabilizing markets and redirecting resources from wars to development, as seen in post-Abraham Accords trade growth of $10 billion annually among signatories. Beyond conflicts, Trump's "America First" policy promoted fair trade deals, reducing U.S. involvement in endless wars and redirecting resources to domestic growth—benefits echoed worldwide.

Evidence: White House report on USMCA (2018): https://trumpwhitehouse.archives.gov/trade-agreements/united-states-mexico-canada-agreement/

NATO defense spending data (2020): https://www.nato.int/cps/en/natohq/news_174756.htm

U.S. Energy Information Administration on energy independence (2019): https://www.eia.gov/todayinenergy/detail.php?id=40973

Peoples Trump Has Assisted or Protected from Harm

President Trump’s “America First” foreign policy has included direct support for populations facing persecution, violence, or existential threats. Below are key examples, drawn from official White House and State Department records, with specific actions, outcomes, and documentation.

Iranian Protesters and the Iranian People

During widespread protests in 2017–2020 and continuing into 2026, the Trump administration publicly condemned the regime’s violent crackdowns (including the killing of over 1,500 protesters in 2019 alone) and imposed targeted sanctions on officials responsible for repression. President Trump repeatedly stated that the Iranian people are the primary victims of the regime and supported their calls for freedom. In February 2026, a new Executive Order reaffirmed the national emergency with Iran, citing the regime’s killing of thousands of protesters and its denial of human rights.

Impact: Maximum-pressure sanctions starved the regime of funds used for internal repression, while public U.S. support emboldened protesters and isolated the regime internationally.

Sources

White House Fact Sheet (Feb 6, 2026): https://www.whitehouse.gov/fact-sheets/2026/02/fact-sheet-president-donald-j-trump-addresses-threats-to-the-united-states-by-the-government-of-iran/

State Department statements on protests (2017–2020): https://2017-2021.state.gov/peaceful-protests-in-iran/

Nigerian Christians

Nigeria has seen thousands of Christians killed annually by Fulani militants, Boko Haram, and ISIS-West Africa. In 2025 the Trump administration:

• Issued a policy under Section 212(a)(3)(C) of the Immigration and Nationality Act restricting visas for individuals involved in religious-freedom violations.

• Signed a $2.1 billion five-year health MOU with Nigeria that prioritizes Christian faith-based healthcare providers.

• Publicly declared that “Christianity is facing an existential threat in Nigeria.”

Impact: Direct funding for Christian medical facilities and visa sanctions on perpetrators have increased protection and healthcare access for vulnerable communities.

Sources

State Department press statement (Dec 3, 2025): https://www.state.gov/releases/office-of-the-spokesperson/2025/12/combating-egregious-anti-christian-violence-in-nigeria-and-globally

Health MOU announcement (Dec 20, 2025): https://www.state.gov/releases/office-of-the-spokesperson/2025/12/expanding-faith-based-healthcare-in-nigeria-through-the-america-first-global-health-strategy

Venezuelans

Under Maduro, Venezuela suffered economic collapse, mass emigration (over 7 million refugees), and political repression. The Trump administration:

• Imposed layered sanctions on the regime and its oil sector to cut off corruption funding.

• Provided over $600 million in humanitarian aid (first term) and continued targeted assistance.

• In 2025 designated Cartel de Los Soles a terrorist organization and facilitated the capture of Nicolás Maduro and Cilia Flores.

• Secured the release of 10 American citizens and multiple Venezuelan political prisoners.

Impact: Pressure on the regime, combined with direct prisoner releases, has alleviated suffering and advanced prospects for democratic restoration.

Sources

State Department sanctions announcements (2019–2025): https://www.state.gov/venezuela-related-sanctions/

2025 Diplomatic Wins summary: https://www.state.gov/2025-diplomatic-wins

Mexicans Threatened by Cartels

Cartel violence in Mexico has claimed tens of thousands of lives annually. President Trump:

• Designated major Mexican cartels (Sinaloa, Jalisco New Generation, Gulf, etc.) as Foreign Terrorist Organizations on January 20, 2025.

• Imposed tariffs on Mexico to compel greater cooperation against fentanyl and human trafficking.

• Launched large-scale deportation and enforcement operations that dismantled cartel networks operating inside the United States, weakening their financial base in Mexico.

Impact: Reduced cartel revenue and operational capacity have lowered violence levels in cartel-controlled regions of Mexico.

Sources

Executive Order designating cartels as FTOs (Jan 20, 2025): https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/2025/01/designating-cartels-and-other-organizations-as-foreign-terrorist-organizations-and-specially-designated-global-terrorists/

Border security fact sheets and tariff orders (2025): https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/2025/02/imposing-duties-to-address-the-situation-at-our-southern-border/

Europeans Facing Energy Insecurity

After Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Europe faced an energy crisis. The Trump administration:

• Surged U.S. LNG exports, which now supply the majority of Europe’s non-Russian natural gas.

• Negotiated a landmark 2025 U.S.–EU trade deal committing the EU to purchase $750 billion in American energy by 2028.

Impact: Replaced Russian energy dependence with reliable American supplies, stabilizing European economies and enhancing collective security.

Sources

White House Fact Sheet on U.S.–EU Trade Deal (July 2025): https://www.whitehouse.gov/fact-sheets/2025/07/fact-sheet-the-united-states-and-european-union-reach-massive-trade-deal/

National Energy Dominance Council announcement (Feb 2025): https://www.whitehouse.gov/fact-sheets/2025/02/fact-sheet-president-donald-j-trump-establishes-the-national-energy-dominance-council/

Additional Groups Assisted

• Persecuted Christians, Druze, and Bedouin in Syria: Over $100 million in targeted humanitarian aid to minority communities in southern Syria.

• Afrikaners and other victims of unjust discrimination: FY 2026 refugee admissions prioritized these groups under the reduced 7,500 ceiling.

Source: White House Faith Office priorities and refugee determination: https://www.whitehouse.gov/priorities/faith/

Ongoing Monitoring

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Release of Hostages and Political Prisoners Facilitated by President Trump

President Trump has secured the release or exchange of dozens of Americans and allies held abroad. Here are key examples with brief histories and official sources:

• Marc Fogel (Russia, released February 2025) — American teacher wrongfully detained since 2021 on drug charges. White House welcome: https://www.whitehouse.gov/articles/2025/05/promises-made-promises-kept-president-trump-brings-americans-home/

• Ksenia Karelina (Russia, released April 2025) — American ballet dancer held 14 months in a penal colony. Oval Office greeting documented at the same White House link above.

• Keith Siegel (Hamas/Gaza, released February 2025) — Dual American-Israeli citizen held hostage 484 days after October 7, 2023 attack. Released as part of phased Gaza exchanges.

• 10 American citizens (Venezuela, released July 18, 2025) — Last known U.S. nationals held by the Maduro regime; exchanged for Venezuelan nationals previously deported under U.S. policy. State Department confirmation: https://www.state.gov/releases/2025/07/welcoming-the-release-of-u-s-nationals-and-political-prisoners-held-in-venezuela/

• 20 living Israeli hostages (Hamas/Gaza, released October 13, 2025) — Final group of civilians held since October 2023, freed under the Trump-brokered Gaza Peace Plan. Includes dual nationals; full exchange also brought home remains of deceased hostages.

• Pastor Andrew Brunson (Turkey, released October 2018 — first term) — American pastor detained nearly two years on fabricated terrorism charges; released after U.S. economic pressure.

All releases are documented in official White House and State Department archives. TrumpDebunked.com will update regularly with new information about releases as they progress.

Trump's Legacy of Peace

Trump's "Legacy of Peace" is defined by unprecedented dealmaking, ending or de-escalating eight conflicts in his terms, including the Gaza ceasefire (saving thousands of lives) and India-Pakistan de-escalation (averting nuclear risks). His approach—direct summits, economic normalization, and "peace through strength"—contrasts with multilateral stalemates. By 2026, these efforts have prevented an estimated 100,000+ deaths and unlocked $50 billion in global trade. Trump's Nobel Peace Prize nominations (four in first term) underscore this, with supporters citing his role in Middle East normalizations as historic.

Sources

Norwegian Nobel Committee on nominations (2020): https://www.nobelprize.org/nomination/

World Bank estimates on peace economic impacts (2025): https://www.worldbank.org/en/topic/fragilityconflictviolence/brief/the-economic-costs-of-conflict

White House tally of resolved conflicts (2026): https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefings-statements/2026/01/president-trumps-peace-achievements/

Conclusion: A Consistent Legacy of Promises Kept

Throughout his presidency, Trump's claims of being a "President of Peace" have been consistently validated by actions and outcomes. From the Abraham Accords' enduring normalizations to the 2025 Gaza Peace Plan's sustained ceasefire, evidence from official documents, UN resolutions, and economic data proves his follow-through. Unlike predecessors' unfulfilled pledges (e.g., Obama's "pivot to Asia" amid rising tensions), Trump's vision delivered measurable peace and prosperity—reduced global conflicts, billions in trade, and lives saved. Trump's achievements prove he's a "President of Peace," debunking smears with hard evidence, affirming Trump's dealmaker legacy as a force for worldwide stability and growth. For ongoing updates, subscribe below.