Baerbock views Israeli ceasefire proposal in Gaza Strip as a "ray of hope".
Now's the time to take advantage of "the opportunity for a humanitarian ceasefire leading to a weapons truce," according to Baerbock. Every day that hostages are held by Hamas terrorists is a day too many. Similarly, every day that Palestinian civilians are killed in the Gaza Strip is unacceptable.
During a televised address on Friday, US President Biden stated that Israel has presented a "comprehensive" proposal for negotiations on a weapons truce and the release of hostages in the Gaza Strip. This includes a "total weapons truce," a six-week withdrawal of Israeli troops from the Gaza Strip, and the release of Hamas hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners.
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Baerbock firmly believes that this Israeli proposal could offer a "glimmer of hope" for a resolution to the ongoing conflict in the Gaza Strip. The US President's endorsement of Israel's comprehensive proposal for a ceasefire and hostage release has resonated strongly with Baerbock. Every tweet expressing support for a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip adds to the "opportunity for a humanitarian ceasefire," according to Baerbock. Critics argue that Hamas may not honor the proposed weapons truce, but Baerbock remains optimistic, viewing it as a crucial first step towards peace in the region. Annalena Baerbock has repeatedly stressed that the safety and well-being of both Israeli and Palestinian civilians should be prioritized in this conflict, and the Israeli proposal aligns with this stance.
