Here’s a look at why it is so hard to end the war in Gaza
Summary
The conflict in Gaza continues with Israel planning another major offensive. Efforts for a ceasefire have struggled due to political and strategic disagreements between Israel, Hamas, and international parties. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Hamas have not agreed on terms that satisfy both parties and their supporters.Key Facts
- Israel is preparing a new offensive in Gaza.
- Both international communities and many Israelis and Palestinians want the war to end.
- Prime Minister Netanyahu is accused of prolonging the war for political reasons.
- Critics say Netanyahu’s government depends on parties that want to continue the war until Hamas is defeated.
- Hamas holds around 20 hostages and has offered a ceasefire in exchange for prisoner releases and withdrawal of Israeli forces.
- The U.S. has been less publicly involved since a ceasefire attempt in March.
- Netanyahu insists the war must continue until all hostages are freed and Hamas is defeated.
- Hamas has refused to disarm and proposes conditions that Israel finds unacceptable.
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