The Palestinian ambassador in India, Abed Elrazeg Abu Jazer, praised the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, attributing it to Qatar, Egypt, and the U.S. efforts. Expected to take effect on January 19, the deal promises to conclude 468 days of conflict, allowing humanitarian aid to flow into Gaza, with 600 trucks planned daily. Significant casualties have characterized the conflict, raising serious humanitarian concerns.
The Charge d’affaires of the Palestinian Embassy in India, Abed Elrazeg Abu Jazer, commended the recent ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, attributing its success to the collaborative efforts of Qatar, Egypt, and the United States. The deal, revealed in Doha, is expected to take effect on January 19, marking an end to 468 days of conflict in Gaza, which Abu Jazer described as genocide by Israel.
Abu Jazer expressed optimism that this agreement would usher in a new era for Palestinians, aiming to halt ongoing violence and facilitate humanitarian aid into Gaza. The envoy noted that civilians in Gaza are relieved by the ceasefire news, highlighting plans to send 600 trucks of aid daily.
The situation escalated after Hamas’s attack on Israel on October 7, 2023, resulting in significant civilian casualties and ongoing military operations in Gaza. This conflict has led to over 45,000 fatalities in Gaza, with numerous humanitarian organizations condemning the death toll.
According to a joint statement from Qatar, Egypt, and the United States, the ceasefire agreement includes provisions for a three-phase implementation. The first phase encompasses a ceasefire, hostages exchange, and restoring access for displaced individuals in Gaza, alongside an increase in humanitarian aid distribution throughout the region.
The Israel-Hamas conflict escalated in October 2023, following Hamas’s attack which led to extensive Israeli military responses. High civilian casualties, particularly in Gaza, generated international concern regarding humanitarian conditions. The involvement of Qatar, Egypt, and the United States in brokering a ceasefire is seen as critical to achieving a temporary cessation of violence and paving the way for urgent humanitarian efforts.
The recent ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas marks a pivotal development in the prolonged conflict, with hopes for improved humanitarian access and civilian safety in Gaza. The collaborative efforts of Qatar, Egypt, and the United States have been instrumental in achieving this milestone, as they aim to support a more peaceful and stable environment for the affected populations. Continued international involvement and oversight will be crucial as the situation evolves.
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