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Russia's Medvedev Warns Gaza Ceasefire Only Temporary Solution

Strategic Insights

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Russian Deputy Chairman of the Security Council Dmitry Medvedev said that releasing Israeli hostages and Palestinian prisoners in the Gaza ceasefire deal will not bring lasting peace unless a full-fledged Palestinian state is established in accordance with UN resolutions. Medvedev stated that until this happens, the war will continue. The deal, announced by former US President Trump, includes the release of 20 living Israeli hostages in exchange for nearly 2,000 Palestinian prisoners, as well as the transfer of the remains of four Israeli captives.

Key Takeaways:

  • Medvedev emphasized that releasing Israeli hostages and Palestinian prisoners is a temporary solution and will not bring lasting peace in the region.
  • A full-fledged Palestinian state established in line with UN resolutions is necessary for a lasting peace.
  • The Gaza ceasefire deal, announced by Trump, includes the release of 20 living Israeli hostages in exchange for nearly 2,000 Palestinian prisoners.
  • The deal also involves the transfer of the remains of four Israeli captives.
  • Phase two of the deal requires the establishment of a new governing mechanism in Gaza without Hamas' participation, the formation of a multinational force, and the disarmament of Hamas.
  • Since October 2023, over 67,800 Palestinians have been killed in Israeli attacks in the Gaza Strip, with most of the victims being women and children.
  • The deal's success hinges on the establishment of a lasting Palestinian state and Israel's gradual withdrawal from the Gaza Strip.

Statistics:

  • 20 living Israeli hostages released in exchange for nearly 2,000 Palestinian prisoners.
  • 4 Israeli captives whose remains will be transferred by Hamas.
  • 67,800 Palestinians killed in Israeli attacks in the Gaza Strip since October 2023.
  • The majority of victims in the Gaza Strip are women and children.
  • Over 2,000 Palestinian prisoners released as part of the Gaza ceasefire deal.
  • Israeli forces have launched attacks in the Gaza Strip since October 2023, rendering it largely uninhabitable.

Sources:

  • Medvedev's Telegram channel
  • Quote from former US President Trump announcing the Gaza ceasefire deal.
  • Article referencing the Palestinian group's statement on Hamas releasing Israeli hostages and Palestinian prisoners.

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