If successful, the ceasefire deal would cap over a year of start-and-stop talks & lead to the biggest release of Israeli hostages since the early days of conflict.
The resolutions are not binding but reflect a global view on the war. The US, Israel & 7 other countries voted against the ceasefire, while 13 countries abstained.
Donald Trump’s Middle East envoy travels to Qatar & Israel to kick-start US President-elect’s diplomatic push for ceasefire, hostage release deal before his inauguration.
On the sidelines of UN meet, US Secretary of State Blinken discussed with allies the proposal for a 21-day immediate ceasefire at the Israel-Lebanon border & further de-escalation in Gaza.
A joint statement was signed after discussions at the UN Wednesday by several nations calling for diplomatic negotiation & resolution of the conflict, while also advocating for a ceasefire in Gaza.
Some far-right partners in Netanyahu's coalition have vowed to quit if the war ends before Israel has eradicated Hamas & freed the hostages, a move that could bring down his government.
Earlier, Hamas accepted a ceasefire proposal mediated by Qatar and Egypt, aimed at ending the seven-month Gaza conflict, despite Israel deeming the offer inadequate.
Turkish Trade Minister Omer Bolat said Israel’s uncompromising attitude and worsening situation in Gaza prompted the halt. The two nations had trade volume of $6.8 billion in 2023.
It is argued that India-Israel ties are moving from buyer–seller dynamic to one focused on joint development & manufacturing partnership, a shift 'more durable' than traditional arms sales.
Don’t blame misfortune. This is colossal incompetence and insensitivity. So bad, heads would have rolled even in the old PSU-era Indian Airlines and Air India.
Israel must not accept any ceasefire or peace deal. Every single Hamas, Fateh, PLA and other terrorist organization member must be exterminated first. Only after that a ceasefire should be announced.
Israel must not accept any ceasefire or peace deal. Every single Hamas, Fateh, PLA and other terrorist organization member must be exterminated first. Only after that a ceasefire should be announced.