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In a latest development on the Gaza Strip, mediators have informed Hamas that the United States remains committed to Washington’s 15-point deal aimed at de-escalating the situation in the region. The agreement, which has faced significant opposition from Israeli leader Benjamin Netanyahu, appears to have received a boost with the US’s intentions to preserve the deal and implement the terms that have already been agreed upon.
According to sources, the outstanding disputes will be pushed until after the Israeli general elections that are scheduled for October 27. This suggests that a resolution to the conflicts may have to wait until after the country has a new government in power.
Reportedly, Washington’s stance on the agreement is based on its belief in the deal’s potential to stabilize the volatile region. Insiders claim that the Trump administration is determined to ensure its legacy in the Middle East by pushing forward with the 15-point plan despite the backlash it has received from Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu.
It is understood that the US has made it clear to Hamas that the deal is a priority for the current administration, and it is not willing to abandon the commitment to implement the agreed-upon terms. This, in effect, means that even if the deal angers Netanyahu, the US is set to go through with it.
In recent times, tensions between the US and Israel have intensified over a range of issues, including Iran, Jerusalem, and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. However, with the upcoming elections in Israel, any resolution to these disputes may have to wait until a new government takes control.
Experts believe that the ongoing stalemate between the US and Israel is further fueling the conflict in the Middle East. Critics of Netanyahu point out that his opposition to the deal serves to escalate tensions between the two nations and exacerbate the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
While Washington’s commitment to the Gaza deal has provided a much-needed lifeline for the embattled Palestinian government, it has created tension between the US and its closest ally in the region. The Israeli government’s disapproval of the agreement reflects the deep-seated animosity that exists between Netanyahu and US President Joe Biden.
Regardless of the challenges ahead, diplomats are optimistic that the deal has a better chance of success with the US’s commitment. While a final resolution to the conflict in Gaza is still far from clear, the latest development suggests that at least some of the more contentious issues can be pushed aside until after the Israeli elections.
The continued implementation of the Gaza deal will also keep pressure on the new Israeli government to engage in meaningful dialogue with Palestinian leaders and take concrete steps towards finding a lasting resolution to the protracted conflict in the Middle East.