TIRANA: French Prez Macron Slams Gaza Crisis, Vows Dialogue With Netanyahu and Trump
"Macron laments Gaza's 'unbearable' situation, plans dialogue with Netanyahu and Trump"
Emmanuel Macron, France's President, has unequivocally condemned the dire humanitarian predicament in Gaza, declaring it unacceptable during a press meet-up in Tirana, Albania. He shared his intentions to engage in discussions with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and U.S. President Donald Trump about this pressing issue.
Macron emphasized, "The humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza is a nightmare we can no longer tolerate."
Red Cross Warns: Gaza Aid on the Brink of Collapse
Macron underlined the urgent need for a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, focusing on arranging humanitarian aid access. He revealed his plans to converse with Netanyahu and engage with Trump regarding this matter.
With Trump recently concluding a Middle East tour without achieving any discernible progress towards a new ceasefire, he has acknowledged the expanding food crisis in Gaza and the need for relief supplies distribution.
*Ceasefire Talks, But Intense Conflict Persists*
Hamas and Israel are engaged in ceasefire negotiations in Qatar, as reported by Hamas officials. These discussions aim to resolve all outstanding matters without any prerequisites. Simultaneously, leaders from across the Arab world are discussing the conflict at the annual Arab League summit.
*Israeli Offensive Escalates, Humanitarian Crisis Worsens*
Despite the ongoing ceasefire talks, Israel has spearheaded a new military campaign named Operation Gideon Chariots, with the objective of putting pressure on Hamas to release hostages captured during the October 2023 attacks. This operation includes heavy bombardments and a substantial deployment of troops across the Gaza Strip. Israeli authorities describe this escalation as moving from north to south, both above and below the ground.
Israel's Prime Minister, Netanyahu, has made no secret of his ambition to annihilate Hamas and establish control over Gaza, disclosing plans for a far-reaching and intensive offensive. The ongoing military response has reportedly resulted in over 53,000 fatalities according to Gaza health authorities, comprising both civilians and combatants.
Local doctors on the ground describe the situation as catastrophic due to scarce food supplies and regular Israeli bombardments. The severe human cost is evident, and the death toll continues to climb as tensions escalate. Despite the challenges, international leaders and organizations remain vigilant and engaged in ongoing dialogue about humanitarian aid and political solutions.
- The Red Cross has issued a warning, stating that the aid in Gaza is teetering on the brink of collapse.
- Macron's plans, amidst the war-and-conflicts in Gaza, include discussions with Netanyahu and Trump about arranging humanitarian aid access.
- As ceasefire talks continue in Qatar, the index of intensity in the conflict remains high, with Israel waging Operation Gideon Chariots, a military campaign that has escalated the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
