Smotrich announces new settlements in E1 of the West Bank, hindering the creation of a Palestinian state and accelerating annexation, defying international protests and support for the Palestinian cause, ignoring the possibility of a future state and land continuity between the occupied north and south.
Israel launches an assault on Gaza and demands the release of hostages, as the UN declares a shortage in the region. Hamas accepts a 60-day ceasefire with mediation from Qatar and Egypt, but Netanyahu insists on releasing all hostages in a single agreement and rejects phased proposals. The humanitarian situation in Gaza is critical, with high civilian mortality and half a million people in need.
Israel no ha respondido a la propuesta de tregua aceptada por Hamas en Gaza, mientras se prepara para una nueva ofensiva y enfrenta conflictos diplomáticos con Francia y Australia por el reconocimiento de Palestina. Israel debate entre aceptar la tregua o iniciar una gran operación militar en Gaza City, enfrentando tensiones internas y manifestaciones. Netanyahu se enfrenta a líderes internacionales y una creciente movilización de reservistas. La incertidumbre persiste en la negociación de la tregua.
Israel faces internal and international criticism for the death of Al-Jazeera journalists in Gaza, creating deep isolation. The UN demands an impartial investigation, as the humanitarian situation in Gaza deteriorates. Several countries, such as Australia, recognize Palestine, and tensions grow between military and politicians in Israel.
Support for Israel is waning, especially among Democrats and young people. Following Hamas’s attack in October 2023, support for Israel among young Americans has decreased, while criticism among older Democrats has increased. Surveys reveal that the majority of voters consider Israel’s attacks on Gaza unjustified, support a ceasefire, and believe that Israel is committing genocide. The partisan divide is notable: Republicans strongly support Israel, while Democrats show disapproval.
