WASHINGTON, D.C., Oct 19, 2025 – In a pointed call for post-conflict reconciliation, Jared Kushner, former senior advisor to President Donald Trump and architect of the Abraham Accords, emphasized the need for Israel to support Palestinian advancement as a prerequisite for deeper regional ties.
Speaking in a recent interview clip shared widely on social media, Kushner stated: “The biggest message that we’ve tried to convey to the Israeli leadership now is that, now that the war is over, if you want to integrate Israel with the broader Middle East, you have to find a way to help the Palestinian people thrive and do better.”
The remarks, circulated by the White House Rapid Response account on X (formerly Twitter), underscore a pragmatic vision for stability in the wake of Israel’s military operations against Hamas and other Iranian-backed groups. Kushner, who played a pivotal role in normalizing relations between Israel and several Arab nations during Trump’s first term, highlighted the Abraham Accords as a model for economic and diplomatic breakthroughs that bypass traditional sticking points.
The video excerpt, lasting about 36 seconds, has sparked vigorous debate online, amassing over 2,300 likes and 155,000 views within hours of posting late Sunday. Supporters praised the focus on prosperity as a pathway to peace, aligning with Trump’s “America First” foreign policy that prioritizes deal-making over endless aid.
Kushner, now a private equity investor, has remained influential in Middle East policy circles. His 2020 peace plan, which envisioned economic incentives for Palestinians alongside Israeli security guarantees, faced rejection from Palestinian leadership but paved the way for the Abraham Accords with the UAE, Bahrain, Sudan, and Morocco.
As regional dynamics shift—with Saudi Arabia signaling interest in normalization contingent on Palestinian progress—Kushner’s message positions economic empowerment as both a moral imperative and strategic necessity. “Peace through strength, not performative gestures,” echoed one supportive commenter, referencing the accords’ success in fostering trade and tourism.
The White House Rapid Response account, dedicated to advancing the MAGA agenda and countering media narratives, amplified the clip without additional commentary, allowing the statement to resonate amid a polarized online conversation. With 240 replies and growing, the post highlights the enduring challenge of translating wartime victories into lasting coexistence.
