Germany and Britain opposed an immediate ceasefire in the Gaza Strip because it was unlikely to be permanent; Berlin and London emphasized the need for a long-term and sustainable ceasefire in the Palestinian-Israeli conflict. This is stated in an article written for the newspaper by German Foreign Minister Annalena Bärbock and British Foreign Secretary David Cameron. Times.
“At this time, we do not believe that calling for a general and immediate ceasefire in the hope that it will somehow be permanent is the way forward. This ignores why Israel had to defend itself: Hamas brutally attacked Israel and continues to fire rockets that kill Israeli citizens every day. Foreign ministers wrote that Hamas should lay down its weapons.
Ministers stated that “the aim cannot only be to end hostilities today” and emphasized the necessity of a peace that “will last for days, years and generations”. Burbock and Cameron said they supported a ceasefire “but only if it is sustainable”.
Before reportedUS allies are increasingly frustrated that Washington is not doing enough to resolve humanitarian problems in the Gaza Strip and protect civilians in the area amid the ongoing Palestinian-Israeli conflict.
Former Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu namedThe agreement to establish Palestinian self-government was a mistake.