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Rep. Krishnamoorthi welcomes ceasefire negotiations in Gaza
Israel indicated that there are "significant gaps" following ceasefire talks with the US, Qatar, and Egypt on January 28.
Krishnamoorthi welcomes ongoing negotiations for a humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza / Image - Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi
Congressman Krishnamoorthi has issued a statement, commending the ongoing negotiations for a humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza and reaffirming the need for a two-state solution.
“I commend the efforts thus far of all parties—including Israel, Egypt, Qatar, and the Biden Administration— negotiating a humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza, where Hamas would release hostages, and humanitarian aid would reach Palestinians in Gaza,” the Congressman said in a statement.
“A prolonged pause in hostilities is a critical step toward eventually ending this conflict, but I renew my call to ensure the collective goal of pursuing a two-state solution. In order to have any hope of breaking this tragic cycle of violence, our focus must also include building a path for a two-state solution between the Israelis and Palestinians,” he added.
Israel has indicated that there are "significant gaps" following ceasefire talks in Paris with the US, Qatar, and Egypt on January 28. Despite the differences, Israel described the discussions as constructive, adding that they would continue with the talks in the upcoming week.
In the meantime, Ismail Haniyeh, leader of Hamas, announced that he will be visiting Cairo to discuss a ceasefire proposal that was put forward after talks in Paris.
“The movement is open to discussing any serious and practical initiatives or ideas, provided that they lead to a comprehensive cessation of aggression, securing the shelter and reconstruction process, lifting the siege, and completing a serious prisoner exchange process, “ a Guardian report quoted Haniyeh as saying.
The ongoing war has resulted in the death of over 26,000 Palestinians, as reported by local health officials. It has also resulted in extensive destruction in Gaza and the displacement of nearly 85 percent of the territory's population.
As Gaza's 2.3 million residents face an escalating humanitarian crisis, the UN Secretary-General urged the US and other nations to reinstate funding for the primary agency delivering aid to the besieged region.
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