A ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas, aimed at ending 15 months of war, faces significant challenges due to internal divisions within Israel's government coalition and a surge in violence. The agreement, brokered by Egypt and announced by US President Joe Biden, has drawn fierce opposition from Netanyahu's far-right allies, who threaten to resign if it is implemented. Despite the deal, heavy Israeli airstrikes continue in Gaza, raising concerns about its viability and the potential for renewed conflict.
FILE - Israel i Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks during a news conference in Jerusalem, on Sept. 2, 2024. held in the Gaza Strip has been reached, after his office had said earlier there were last minute snags in finalizing a ceasefire that would pause 15 months of war.and see dozens of hostages held by militants in Gaza released in exchange for Palestinian prisoners held by Israel .
The ceasefire agreement has drawn fierce resistance from Netanyahu's far-right coalition partners, on whose support the Israeli prime minister depends to remain in power. On Thursday, Israel's hardline national security minister, Itamar Ben-Gvir, threatened to quit the government if Israel approves the ceasefire.
Israel responded with a devastating offensive that has killed over 46,000 Palestinians, according to local health officials, who do not distinguish between civilians and militants but say women and children make up more than half of those killed. Ben-Gvir's resignation would not bring down the government or derail the ceasefire deal. But the move destabilizes the Israeli government at a delicate moment and could lead to the government's collapse if Ben-Gvir is joined by other key Netanyahu allies.
“Yesterday was a bloody day, and today is bloodier,” said Zaher al-Wahedi, a Health Ministry official.
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