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Published: May 31, 2024
The office of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu considers that the conditional ceasefire proposal from phase to phase in the Gaza Strip allows Israel to maintain its objectives, according to what the Al Arabiya news channel reported via its account on the platform X.
U.S. President Joe Biden announced today, Friday, an "Israeli proposal" in 3 phases that constitutes a roadmap to end the war in Gaza, calling on all parties not to miss the opportunity to reach a deal to end the war that has been ongoing for more than 8 months.
Biden said in a televised speech delivered from the White House that Israel has presented a proposal for a sustainable ceasefire in Gaza and the release of hostages in three phases.
He added that the proposed first phase of 6 weeks involves a ceasefire, Israel's withdrawal, and the release of hostages and the remains of those who have died.
Biden continued that the second phase will see the release of the remaining hostages, including soldiers, and the maintenance of the ceasefire, while the third phase concerns post-war and reconstruction.
Regarding the role of intermediaries Egypt and Qatar, Biden said, "Egypt and Qatar are working to ensure that Hamas does not resume any military operations against Israel."
Biden stated that the continuation of this conflict will drain Israel's capabilities and increase its isolation.
He also emphasized that the ceasefire agreement will create a different future for the Palestinian people based on self-determination and stability, as he said.
He noted that American negotiators have focused in recent days on a ceasefire in Gaza that leads to the end of the war, the release of hostages, and a better future for Gaza without Hamas.
Biden added, "Israel has the right to defend itself, and if Hamas fails to comply, Israel will resume its self-defense."
He also mentioned that "this deal will lead to calm in the region, including the conclusion of a historic agreement between Israel and Saudi Arabia."
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