"The first, extremely complicated and fundamental step has been taken. Representatives of Israel and Hamas have sealed an agreement based on Donald Trump's diplomatic initiative to halt the violence in Gaza, and the Netanyahu administration is expected to approve it on October 9. The prospect of its implementation represents an indescribable relief for Gazan civilians plagued by Israel, and it should be celebrated."
"In Hamas' case, it meant handing over the hostages, its only bargaining chip. In Israel's case, it meant halting a retaliatory offensive that represents a major political and personal asset for Netanyahu who is facing serious corruption charges and enjoying a surge in the polls as well as renouncing any prospects of occupation, annexation, or ethnic cleansing of the Gaza Strip."
"But if the first phase was extremely complex, the subsequent steps are, if anything, even more difficult. Hamas should renounce its arms and participate in politics. In effect, it is being asked to surrender completely, while at the same time there are no guarantees that the rights of Palestinians will be respected. Trump's peace plan is in reality a diktat of surrender."
Representatives of Israel and Hamas sealed an agreement based on Donald Trump's diplomatic initiative to halt the violence in Gaza, with expected Netanyahu approval on October 9. The agreement offers immediate and indescribable relief for Gazan civilians. The deal required Hamas to hand over hostages and Israel to halt a retaliatory offensive, foregoing prospects of occupation, annexation, or ethnic cleansing of Gaza. Intense pressure from Trump broke the paralysis caused by Netanyahu's tactical errors, including bombing Qatari targets and escalating the offensive. Subsequent steps demand Hamas renounce arms and enter politics, effectively requiring surrender amid no guarantees for Palestinian rights.
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