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Headline: Despite Trump’s Peace Declaration, Netanyahu Says War in Gaza ‘Not Over’ as Attacks Continue
Summary:
Despite a ceasefire agreement in Gaza, a separate ceasefire in Lebanon, and a public declaration of peace in the Middle East by U.S. President Donald Trump, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu insists that Israel’s war in the region is ongoing. Attacks by Israeli forces continue in Gaza, Lebanon, and the occupied West Bank, resulting in ongoing casualties.
Netanyahu’s position is underscored by recent statements to the Israeli parliament where he claimed that Israel’s enemies are rearming, despite the wide spread destruction of Gaza. This justification for continued military actions faces scrutiny, with analysts suggesting Netanyahu’s motives may include evading domestic corruption trials, satisfying right-wing coalition partners pushing for the ethnic cleansing of Palestine, and advancing his long-term goals of displacing Palestinians and expanding settlements.
Experts have also pointed to a lack of international accountability and the backing of the U.S. as factors emboldening Israel. The International Criminal Court has even issued arrest warrants for Netanyahu and his former Defence Minister Yoav Gallant for war crimes in Gaza. Calls have been made for continued international pressure to address the root causes of the conflict. The situation has led to continued suffering in affected areas, where reconstruction is hindered, and aid is blocked.