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LAS14

(15,379 posts) Tue Oct 14, 2025, 10:55 AM Oct 14

Exactly what kind of pressure did Trump put on Netanyahu?

Talking heads confidently say he exerted pressure. But what kind? I'm guessing heavy economic pressure to some movers and shakers, especially given Jared Kushner's mysterious presence.

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Exactly what kind of pressure did Trump put on Netanyahu? (Original Post) LAS14 Oct 14 OP

I think, with no knowledge at all, that Kushner was there because he and Netanyahu will Srkdqltr Oct 14 #1

Or bribe? Part of the profits from the Trump Gaza beach resort development? Irish_Dem Oct 14 #2

Srkdqltr

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1. I think, with no knowledge at all, that Kushner was there because he and Netanyahu will

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Tue Oct 14, 2025, 11:03 AM

Oct 14

Divvy up Gaza between them .

Irish_Dem

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2. Or bribe? Part of the profits from the Trump Gaza beach resort development?

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Tue Oct 14, 2025, 11:05 AM

Oct 14

And sanctuary in the US so he can't be put in prison?

Usually a combination of kissing and kicking gets desired results.

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