Will Trump cause the end of the ceasefire?

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The fragility of the ceasefire is laid bare with Trump’s statements that have delighted Netanyahu. A terrifying time for people in Gaza and their families across the world.  Ending the ceasefire is also opposed by most Israelis, not least those waiting for the release of  their loved ones from Gaza.

This article outines some of the ways in which Trump’s declarations are wrong as well as dangerous.  The article cites Israeli affairs expert Anas Arqoub who says: “Trump’s statements served to normalise the idea of resettling Gaza’s population. It is “no longer a fringe proposal in Israel, it has gained growing public support”.  He added:  “it defies the essence of the ceasefire deal, which promised reconstruction and the return of all internally displaced Palestinians.”

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This article was originally published by The New Arab on Wed 12 Feb 2025. Read the original here.