🌏Views with selective news dissemination___
The Middle East is again on a boil after IDF soldiers found bodies of 6 hostages. There is a plethora of reactions from involved nations. US is facing the burnt at home in the hectic and critical times of the presidential election, and its influence is prompting the US to carve out a deal.
Both Israel and Hamas have their eyes set on their respective targets. From Israel’s side, it is the annihilation of Hamas, and for Hamas, IDF soldiers must leave Gaza Strip. Both are accusing each other of not helping the deal to succeed.
There were huge protests against the Netanyahu government over its method of hostage rescuing and the protesters blamed the government for its failure. A fairly large proportion of the population feels that diplomacy should have followed to release the hostages instead of waging war with Hamas. Immediately, there are counter protests by the right wing of Israel – Right wing Gvura Forum. ( Heroism Forum – it consists of families of soldiers killed in present Israel- Hamas war).
‘The Times of Israel’ reported National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir declaring “we are using our power in the government to prevent a reckless deal.” He adds, “With Hamas, you need to speak only between gunsights.”
Itamar Ben-Gvir is an Israeli lawyer and politician who has been leading the far-right party Jewish Power (Otzma Yehudit) since 2019 . He has served as Israel’s minister of national security since 2022 . He has been involved in various controversies, including inciting violent clashes between Jewish settlers and Palestinians in East Jerusalem and making highly controversial visits to the Temple Mount .
A link to ‘THE TIMES OF ISRAEL’ is below ⬇️
Meanwhile, Israel’s Labor Union has declared a huge strike to put pressure on the Israeli government to bring back the hostages. However, as per the latest news received, the labor court instructed strikes allowed until Tuesday morning.
‘THE JERUSALEM POST’ reported that the strikes would end Tuesday morning! link below 🔻
https://www.jpost.com/breaking-news/article-817363
The call was given by Arnon Bar- David of Histadrut Union. The Labor Union threaten – ‘entire Israeli economy will shut down’.
The Histadrut (ההסתדרות) is Israel’s largest trade union and labor federation, established in 1920. It represents over 700,000 workers in various sectors, including:
1. Public services
2. Manufacturing
3. Construction
4. Agriculture
5. Finance
6. Transportation
The Histadrut’s goals include:
1. Protecting workers’ rights
2. Improving working conditions
3. Negotiating collective agreements
4. Providing social services and benefits
5. Promoting social justice and equality
The Histadrut has played a significant role in shaping Israel’s labor landscape, social policies, and economy.
It has also been involved in various social and political initiatives, including:
1. Advocating for workers’ rights and trade unionism
2. Supporting social justice and equality causes
3. Participating in Israel’s political landscape through its affiliated political party, the Labor Party (Avoda).
Throughout its history, the Histadrut has undergone changes and faced challenges, but it remains a prominent force in Israeli society, working to improve the lives of workers and their families.
Link to CNN coverage is below 🔻
https://www.cnn.com/world/live-news/israel-hostages-war-hamas-gaza-09-02-24-intl-hnk/index.html
US President Joe Biden is meeting the negotiating team today. While Jake Sullivan, the US National Security Adviser, has a premonition that ‘next few days will be critical ( for the future of the deal).
A report on WION says failure this time could see the US pulling out of the negotiations. Link below ⬇️
https://www.wionews.com/world/us-finalising-take-it-or-leave-it-deal-for-israel-hamas-war-755114
It was reported earlier that US President Joe Biden is meeting the US negotiating team today. The meeting is over, and corroborative news came from BBC. President Joe Biden blamed Israeli President Netanyahu for not doing enough to secure the deal and sent a ‘final’ draft to Israel. Link below ⬇️
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cm2np7p1yr7o
Update
President Benjamin Netanyahu asks forgiveness from Israelis for not bringing those 6 hostages live & says Hamas will pay a heavy price for it.
At the crucial juncture for the Ceasefire and hostage deal, the heinous killing of 6 hostages not only sent the deal reeling back but also brought forth the cruel cat & mouse strategy of Hamas to a shocked world!
The unceasing Israeli attacks reached an unthinkable figure of 40602 casualties. And, what is more unfortunate is the fact that it is not sufficient to bring Hamas and Israel to an agreeing point of ceasefire. It also underlines the scant respect paid to human life by Hamas and the Israel president. For both, the hostages become just pawns waiting to be slaughtered to give a decisive push to the prevalent condition. The events are very tragic, and one can only imagine what the emotional state of bereaved families and friends of the dead from both sides will be.
The American desperation is obvious, and the time has come for the US to deal FIRMLY with both Hamas, Israel, and other Arab countries that can force Hamas.
The reckless statements of other Middle East countries, too, make the situation volatile; like Turkey’s sudden warning of the invasion of Israel. One can only speculate on the indirect and secret role and involvement of other countries into it.
The simmering tensions between the US and Iran have also added an awkward angle to the efforts to secure peace. Iran has already vowed to revenge Israel after killing Hamas top political boss Haniyeh on Iranian soil. Unless the killing and revenge cycle is broken by a real stick and carrot dash by the US, life in the Middle East is unlikely to return to sanity.
A link for more recent coverage from FOX NEWS is 🔻
Cruelty of Hamas video promising last message of the about to kill hostages. A link from NEW YORK POST 🔻
Live link to the ongoing protests in Israel.🔻
https://x.com/Reuters/status/1830653403200180345?t=HqJJ3lS3PiND7VKe8ER60w&s=19
Update
Israel President refused to withdraw IDF soldiers from Philadelphia Corridor. Link below 🔻
Netanyahu insists Israel will not withdraw from the strategic Philadelphi corridor
https://www.haystack.tv/v/netanyahu-insists-israel-withdraw-strategic-philadelphi-corridor
the-curators.org 
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