Israel’s Channel 12 reported a consensus among security agencies on pursuing a prisoner exchange deal with Hamas, despite Prime Minister Netanyahu’s withdrawal of negotiators from Qatar over unmet conditions. Army chief Eyal Zamir indicated that military pressure could create favorable conditions for negotiations, asserting that a deal remains possible. Netanyahu reiterated that he would only accept a temporary ceasefire for hostage returns, imposing new conditions, while Israeli opposition claims he is prolonging the war to appease far-right allies.
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The unyielding heart of the Palestinian cause in Gaza – Middle East Monitor
The Palestinian struggle for freedom endures despite a long history of violence, displacement, and systemic oppression, epitomized by the Nakba and ongoing conflicts, particularly in Gaza. This resilience, rooted in the cultural concept of sumud, highlights the importance of understanding Palestinian narratives and experiences, especially those from Gaza, as central to the broader Palestinian story. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: The people of Palestine have faced many tough challenges for a long time,...
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