Gaza – Washington: Europe and the Arabs

The ceasefire in Gaza remains in place despite a deteriorating humanitarian situation and the limited amount of aid entering the territory.

The Gaza Government Media Office revealed that Israel has committed 282 violations of the ceasefire since it began on October 10, resulting in the deaths of 242 Palestinians and injuries to more than 620 others, according to a statement.

For its part, the United Nations announced that efforts to increase humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip continue to face significant obstacles, despite the fact that a month has passed since the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas came into effect. According to the European news network Euronews in Brussels, under the headline "Vaccinating Children in Gaza After Two Years of Deprivation," the Ministry of Health in the Gaza Strip launched a catch-up vaccination campaign targeting children under the age of three who missed essential vaccinations during the two years of war.

The Knesset Passes Bill to Execute Palestinian Prisoners in First Reading
The Israeli Knesset passed a bill on Monday evening in its first reading that would allow the execution of Palestinian prisoners.

The Hebrew Broadcasting Corporation reported: "The bill passed with a majority of 39 Knesset members (out of 120), with 16 voting against it." It added: "During the session, a heated exchange erupted between (Arab) MK Ayman Odeh and (the extremist Minister of National Security Itamar) Ben-Gvir, which nearly escalated into a physical altercation." The legislation was submitted by the far-right Otzma Yehudit (Jewish Power) party, headed by Ben-Gvir. Before being put to a vote in its first, second, and third readings to become law, the bill was referred to the relevant authorities a few days prior. Specialized Knesset committees are preparing it for a vote.

The bill stipulates that "any person who intentionally or negligently causes the death of an Israeli citizen, and when the act is carried out with racist or hateful motives and to harm Israel, should face the death penalty."

UN: Obstacles to Aid Reaching Gaza

The United Nations announced that efforts to increase humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip continue to face significant obstacles, despite a month having passed since the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas came into effect.

Farhan Haq, spokesperson for UN Secretary-General António Guterres, said that despite a month having passed since the ceasefire began on October 10, the delivery of humanitarian aid remains impeded.

Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump, in remarks made shortly after his meeting with Syrian interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa at the White House, said that Washington must "think globally, not locally," emphasizing that the United States will do everything in its power to make Syria "a successful country," and expressing his belief that al-Sharaa is capable of achieving this.

He explained that Syria is a large part He is very important from the Middle East, noting that Washington is working with Israel and Turkey on the Syrian issue. He said, "We are also working with Israel to reach an understanding with Syria… and an understanding with everyone."

He also considered al-Sharaa to be getting along well with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and confirmed the possibility of "announcements regarding Syria."

Trump told reporters about al-Sharaa, who until recently was on Washington's terrorism blacklist for being a former leader in al-Qaeda, "Some say his past was troubled." “We have all lived through a turbulent past,” he added. “Syria has always been known for its doctors, lawyers, and great minds.” Syrian Foreign Ministry: Historic Meeting and Declared US Support

The Syrian Foreign Ministry stated that Trump received al-Sharaa in a meeting it described as “historic,” which lasted for more than an hour at the White House. The US president expressed his admiration for the new Syrian leadership and praised Damascus’s efforts in “successfully leading the previous phase.” The ministry explained that Trump affirmed his country’s readiness to provide the necessary support for the success of the reconstruction and development process in Syria, considering the meeting a significant turning point in bilateral relations.

March 10 Agreement and the Regional Security File

The Syrian Foreign Ministry indicated that the two sides agreed to proceed with the March 10 agreement, including the integration of the Syrian Democratic Forces into the Syrian army. The US side also confirmed its support for reaching a security agreement with Israel aimed at enhancing regional stability.