Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced on Thursday that his cabinet would not proceed with approving the proposed ceasefire agreement for Gaza. This decision came after Netanyahu accused Hamas of causing a “last-minute crisis” by backing out of previously agreed terms, aiming to “extort last-minute concessions,” as stated by the Office of the Israeli Prime Minister.
The ratification of the ceasefire deal was initially scheduled for Thursday, but the unexpected shift in Hamas’s stance has led to this abrupt halt. Netanyahu’s office emphasized that the cabinet meeting would be postponed until Hamas reverses its position.
Internationally, reactions to the ceasefire situation have varied. Indonesia’s Foreign Affairs Ministry expressed support for the ceasefire but went further by advocating for a broader resolution. In their statement, they called for the immediate implementation of the ceasefire and stressed the necessity of ending Israel’s occupation to facilitate the establishment of an independent and sovereign Palestinian state, aligning with the two-state solution based on international parameters.
This development marks a significant setback in the peace process, highlighting the complexities and challenges in negotiating peace in the region. The international community watches closely, hoping for a resolution that brings lasting peace while addressing the core issues of sovereignty and occupation.
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