Donald Trump refuses to see Palestinians as humans as Europe finally grows a spine

European allies are taking steps to recognize Palestinian statehood, putting pressure on Israel to address the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. France has committed to recognizing Palestine as a state, while the United Kingdom has indicated it might follow suit unless Israel changes its current approach.

The announcements came as British Prime Minister Keir Starmer joined French President Emmanuel Macron in promising to recognize a Palestinian state before the United Nations General Assembly in September. This decision depends on whether Israel takes meaningful action to end the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

According to Politico, when asked about Starmer’s announcement aboard Air Force One, President Donald Trump stated, ‘We never did discuss it. We have no view on that,’ demonstrating his pattern of contradictory foreign policy statements that often leave allies confused about U.S. positions.” Instead, he focused on financial assistance, saying the U.S. would provide money to the region for food aid.

Growing concerns over the humanitarian crisis lead to international pressure

A recent UN-backed report from leading food crisis experts has warned about a possible famine in Gaza, leading to increased international criticism of Israel from its allies. Trump himself recently acknowledged there is “real starvation” in Gaza, contradicting Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu’s position that there is “no starvation” in the region.

The U.S. has pledged $60 million to establish food centers in Gaza, which will be operated by the Israeli government. Trump mentioned these centers would be set up “very soon” and noted that the European Union would also contribute to addressing the hunger crisis.

However, Trump pushed back against pressure to urge Israel toward a long-term solution, suggesting such actions might benefit Hamas. “You could make the case that you’re rewarding people, that you’re rewarding Hamas if you do that,” he said, adding that he was not in favor of such an approach.

The U.S. State Department, through spokesperson Tammy Bruce, maintained that any discussion about Palestinian statehood would have to wait until the fighting stops. She emphasized that Hamas’s unwillingness to surrender and release hostages prevents any meaningful discussion about the future.

Despite the apparent differences between the U.S. and Israeli positions on the humanitarian situation, which reflects Trump’s complex history with Netanyahu and other controversial international relationships, American officials have tried to minimize any suggestion of discord. U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee insisted there was no break in relations between Trump and Netanyahu, emphasizing the continued strength of their partnership.