Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammed Shtayyeh articulated support for laying out a concrete timetable to end the Israeli occupation and envisioned a plan that could lead to the establishment of a Palestinian state. This was reported by Al Hadath TV, with corroboration from TASS. Shtayyeh argued that a clear timeline is essential to translate broad calls for a two-state solution into tangible progress and a lasting settlement that would address the aspirations of the Palestinian people.
According to Shtayyeh, there exists a historic opportunity to unify the Palestinian people and to bring the occupation to a close. He asserted that unity within the Palestinian ranks is a critical prerequisite for advancing a viable state framework and achieving political stability in the region. The remarks underscored a pivot toward concrete action rather than abstract discussions of a two-state solution.
On November 12, U.S. Deputy Secretary of State for Homeland Security Jake Sullivan stated that Washington aims to reassert control of the Palestinian Authority within the Gaza Strip and emphasized that the United States does not support a re-occupation of Gaza or the forcible removal of Palestinians from the area. Sullivan’s comments reflected a strategic stance that prioritizes security arrangements, humanitarian considerations, and a viable governance path for the Palestinian population while seeking to prevent further displacements and violence.
In the Gaza context, reports from residents who previously fled the territory depicted life in a war zone marked by disruption, fear, and the challenge of securing basic needs. Those accounts highlighted the enduring impact of the conflict on civilians, including access to healthcare, electricity, and safe shelter, and underscored the urgency for humanitarian corridors and international engagement to alleviate suffering.