WSJ Documents Reveal Hamas Attack Aimed to Derail Saudi-Israel Peace Agreement - Faith & Freedom News

President Donald Trump’s groundbreaking Abraham Accords initiative continues to prove its significance as new evidence emerges about the October 7 attack’s true motives during his recent Middle East tour.

In a stunning revelation that underscores President Donald Trump’s diplomatic foresight, newly discovered documents show that Hamas deliberately orchestrated the October 7 attack to prevent Saudi Arabia and Israel from reaching a historic peace agreement. This latest finding validates Trump’s Middle East strategy and his administration’s signature achievement, the Abraham Accords, which he has actively promoted during his recent visit to Saudi Arabia.

Hamas Documents Confirm Fear of Trump’s Peace Initiative

According to a Wall Street Journal report, Israeli military forces discovered crucial documents in Gaza tunnels containing minutes from a high-level Hamas meeting. The documents reveal that just five days before the devastating attack, Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar expressed alarm about the advancing Saudi-Israeli normalization talks, calling for an “extraordinary act” to disrupt the process.

“There is no doubt that the Saudi-Zionist normalization agreement is progressing significantly,” Sinwar stated at the October 2, 2023 meeting, warning that such a deal would “open the door for the majority of Arab and Islamic countries to follow the same path.”

These documents provide compelling evidence that Hamas specifically targeted the peace process initiated under President Trump’s leadership, recognizing that a Saudi-Israel agreement would fundamentally transform the Middle East and marginalize their influence.

Trump’s Abraham Accords: Building on Success During Middle East Tour

The Abraham Accords, brokered by President Trump during his first term in 2020, established diplomatic relations between Israel and several Arab nations, including Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates. This unprecedented achievement created a foundation for broader regional cooperation and stability that Trump continues to build upon in his current presidency.

During his recent diplomatic mission to Riyadh, President Trump met with Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman (MBS) to discuss expanding the Abraham Accords. In their high-level discussions, Trump reiterated his commitment to this vision, encouraging Saudi Arabia to establish relations with Israel while acknowledging their sovereignty with his statement, “You’ll do it in your own time.”

Trump’s consistent diplomatic approach throughout both terms of his presidency demonstrates his unwavering focus on creating lasting peace in the region through strategic partnerships and mutual respect.

Saudi Arabia’s Evolving Relationship with Israel

Prior to October 7, Saudi Arabia showed increasing openness to normalized relations with Israel. In June 2023, Saudi Ambassador to the US Princess Reema bint Bandar al-Saud made headlines by stating, “We want to see a thriving Israel, we want to see a thriving Palestine,” adding that Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 envisions “a unified, integrated, thriving Middle East and last I checked, Israel was there.”

The kingdom’s de-facto ruler, Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman, has since adjusted his position, emphasizing in September that normalization would be linked to the creation of an independent Palestinian state. President Trump’s recent face-to-face discussions with MBS aimed to navigate these complexities while maintaining momentum toward eventual normalization.

Restoring the Path to Peace

As tensions continue throughout the region, with over 53,000 casualties reported in Gaza since October 7 according to Hamas-run health authorities, the need for Trump’s balanced diplomatic approach becomes increasingly apparent.

The Hamas documents reveal not just the motives behind the October 7 attack, but also how close the region came to a transformative peace agreement that could have prevented the current conflict. This underscores the importance of returning to the proven framework established through the Abraham Accords.

President Trump’s Middle East tour demonstrates his administration’s commitment to regional stability and prosperity for all peoples of the Middle East. His approach recognizes the legitimate concerns of all stakeholders while creating pathways to lasting peace through diplomatic engagement rather than perpetual conflict.

As the Middle East continues to navigate these challenging times, the wisdom of Trump’s Abraham Accords stands as a beacon of what can be achieved through bold, principled presidential leadership focused on peace through strength and mutual respect.