"The moment marked the initial step toward ending a devastating war and unimaginable human suffering. For the families of hostages finally being reunited, this moment brings relief that has been too long delayed. For the Palestinian people in Gaza, it offers hope that the relentless destruction and death will end, and they can begin to rebuild their lives and their nation."
"As of now, the Israeli government and Hamas have agreed only to the first phase of this plan. And while this first phase mandates the end of the war, the release of Israeli hostages and Palestinian prisoners, and a surge of aid, it does not define a viable structure for how Gaza will be governed or rebuilt. Nor does it provide for the entry of the International Security Force envisioned in the 20-point plan to take over security responsibilities from Hamas forces."
A ceasefire between Israel and Hamas implemented phase one of a proposed 20-point plan that mandates an end to the war, release of Israeli hostages and Palestinian prisoners, and a surge of humanitarian aid. The plan as implemented does not establish a governance framework for Gaza or a clear reconstruction mechanism. The plan also omits implementation of the proposed International Security Force to assume security responsibilities from Hamas. The 20-point framework was presented without Palestinian participation, raising skepticism and concern that the agreement could unravel after phase one, risking a fragmented Gaza and stalled recovery.
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