The ceasefire in Gaza has prompted a focus on immediate humanitarian and reconstruction needs, yet critically overlooks the political agency and future of the Palestinian movement. Questions arise about who will negotiate terms with Israel and whether existing negotiation frameworks remain relevant. Despite feelings of relief among Palestinians after 15 months of conflict, concerns linger over the ceasefire's implications. Scholars warn that it could simply delay fighting while transitioning control dynamics on the ground, amidst ongoing Israeli operations in the West Bank and shifting U.S. political stances.
The ceasefire raises urgent questions regarding Palestinian political agency and representation in future negotiations with Israel, which remain largely unaddressed in current discussions.
The terms of the ceasefire, coupled with Israel's Operation Iron Wall, evoke concerns over whether this is genuinely a peace initiative or merely a strategic pause.
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