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Biden’s Push to End the War in Gaza
Jun 5, 2024
Isabel Kershner, a New York Times reporter covering Israeli and Palestinian affairs, dives into President Biden's surprising proposal to end the war in Gaza. She highlights the pressure on Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu to balance military objectives with public expectations. Kershner discusses the humanitarian crisis resulting from ongoing conflict, the shifting dynamics in Israeli messaging, and the political challenges Netanyahu faces amid calls for a ceasefire. The conversation reveals the complexities behind the pursuit of peace in a fraught geopolitical landscape.
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- President Biden proposed a secret truce with Hamas to end the war in Gaza, emphasizing the release of hostages and Palestinian prisoners.
- Netanyahu faces the dilemma of accepting the ceasefire deal while balancing the opposition within his coalition, risking potential government collapse.
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President Biden's Proposal for Ceasefire in Gaza
President Biden surprises with an Israeli proposal for a ceasefire truce and hostage release deal with Hamas to end the war. The proposal involves a three-phase plan targeting the release of hostages and Palestinian prisoners and the withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza, accompanied by increased humanitarian aid delivery.
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