The military would pause its fighting during daytime hours along an important humanitarian aid corridor in southern Gaza until further notice, meant only to facilitate increased food aid distribution. The messaging around the pause, including contradictory statements and the Prime Minister's alleged lack of awareness, reflects political pressures and competing demands.
The whipsaw statements appeared to reflect the competing pressures facing Mr. Netanyahu, as he juggles demands from the Biden administration and elsewhere with those of his own hawkish government. His far-right coalition partners oppose any concessions in Gaza, and he relies on their support to stay in power.
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