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Julie M NormanThe Conversation |
The spiraling violence on the West Bank makes a peace deal between Palestinians and Israelis almost impossible to imagine.
The plan does contain some positives for Hamas. And they are unlikely to get a better offer.
As Israel begins its assault on Gaza City there is little prospect for a ceasefire.
Israel and Hamas both have reasons to want a ceasefire. But they are different.
Israel’s new plan signals that expanding its territorial control over Gaza is more than just a short-term military tactic.