Mike Huckabee blames Europeans giving Hamas ‘influence’ for negotiations ending

Published July 31, 2025 1:11pm ET



U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee blamed European leaders promoting Palestinian statehood for derailing negotiation efforts with Hamas.

France, the United Kingdom, and Canada have signaled they could recognize Palestine as a state. All three have called for Hamas to commit to an immediate ceasefire and release any remaining hostages.

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