Biden reveals three-phase plan for Gaza; Netanyahu faces internal pressures

The President of the United States, Joe Biden, in an attempt to end the conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza, revealed an Israeli three-phase plan that seeks a ceasefire and the reconstruction of the region. However, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces strong internal pressures that could complicate the acceptance of this proposed agreement. Biden's plan includes an immediate and temporary ceasefire, followed by negotiations to achieve a permanent end to the conflict and the reconstruction of Gaza. Despite Hamas's positive assessment, Netanyahu has expressed reservations about committing to this proposal, as his more radical government partners strongly oppose any kind of truce with the Palestinian group. Amid these diplomatic advances, Israeli forces continue to operate in Gaza, with the aim of neutralizing Hamas's military capabilities. Netanyahu has emphasized that Israel will continue the offensive until all its objectives are achieved, complicating the possibility of reaching a lasting peace agreement. Internal rejection of Biden's plan has become evident with statements from several members of the Israeli government. The Finance Minister, Bezalel Smotrich, threatened to leave the government if Netanyahu accepts the proposed truce, while the Minister of National Security, Itamar Ben Gvir, denounced that he was not allowed access to the full text of the agreement. Netanyahu's far-right coalition partners believe that Biden's plan represents a capitulation to Hamas and advocate for a more aggressive stance that includes the total reoccupation of Gaza and the construction of Jewish settlements in Palestinian territory. This radical position puts the Prime Minister in a difficult dilemma, as any decision could have serious consequences both domestically and internationally. If Netanyahu rejects the proposed agreement, he could expose Israel to greater international isolation, worsen relations with the Biden administration, and face internal accusations of abandoning hostages. On the other hand, if he decides to sign the pact, he risks being abandoned by his government partners, leading to the collapse of his government and possibly early elections. Netanyahu's government, the most nationalist and religious in Israel's history, is in a delicate situation amid this negotiation process. Internal tensions and external pressures complicate any attempt to reach a peaceful and lasting solution to the conflict in Gaza. Meanwhile, the civilian population in the region continues to suffer the consequences of violence and uncertainty about the region's future.