The French president is expected to call for a “humanitarian pause” in Israel and the opening of a “political perspective” for the Palestinians, while displaying his solidarity with Israel. A singular voice, which recalls France’s past commitments, but in a radically changed context.
In the preceding month, the Ministry of Education convened its annual activity assessment meeting, a prelude to the commencement of the upcoming academic year. This gathering involved representatives from all six administrative regions of the nation,
Before World War I, Palestine was part of the Ottoman Empire. Zionist immigration led to the displacement of Arab peasants. The Balfour Declaration in 1917 supported a Jewish homeland, causing conflict with the Arab majority. The 1939 White Paper proposed limits on Jewish immigration, but the British-supported Zionist movement gained control. In 1947-48, Israel was created through the partition of Palestine. Palestinians lacked support and opposition, resulting in the Nakba, ethnic cleansing, and displacement. The PLO rose in the aftermath, advocating for Palestinian rights. The 1982 Israeli invasion of Lebanon and the first Intifada marked turning points. The Oslo Accords led to disillusionment, with continued Israeli control. Hamas emerged as an alternative to the PLO. The Gaza blockade and wars further intensified the conflict. American opinion shifted, but policy remained pro-Israel. The ongoing conflict continues to inflict death and destruction in the region.
AMMAN Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi on Sunday called for ending the “raging war on Gaza”, warning that it will result in “humanitarian crises”. He noted that this war is a form of “collective punishment”, which violates international law. Blocking the entry of food, medicine and fuel into Gaza is also a war crime, according to the Fourth Geneva
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