Diplomatic Push for Gaza Ceasefire: Challenges and International Dynamics
U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff is pressing for a Gaza ceasefire amid humanitarian crises and international tension. Israeli-Hamas talks remain stalled, with global pressure on Israel increasing. As Israel offers limited ceasefire pauses, the prospect of a two-state solution is debated, even as hostilities continue in the enclave.
U.S. Envoy Steve Witkoff is landing in Israel as diplomatic efforts intensify to broker a ceasefire in Gaza amidst a worsening humanitarian situation. Witkoff, meeting with Prime Minister Netanyahu, aims to resolve stalled indirect talks between Israel and Hamas following disagreements over military withdrawal terms.
In response to international outrage, including Canada's recent recognition of Palestinian statehood, Israel proposed a 60-day truce for hostages' release. Concurrently, over 23 Palestinian fatalities raise alarm, prompting partial ceasefire efforts to allow humanitarian aid distribution, despite security threats faced by Gaza's residents.
U.N. agencies express concern over inadequate aid access, emphasizing the urgent need to mitigate starvation and conflict casualties. Meanwhile, diplomatic mediators, including Qatar and Egypt, support a peace declaration by France and Saudi Arabia urging Hamas to disarm, contrasting with Netanyahu's commitment to continue military actions until Hamas relinquishes control.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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