As the Israeli aggression on Gaza enters its 29th day, a growing chorus of voices from within ‘Israel’ is calling for an immediate end to hostilities. A petition advocating for the return of detained prisoners has gained traction, with thousands of Israeli occupation military reservists and civilians joining the cause. This movement is particularly significant among air force reservists, including pilots, who are urging the government to halt the violence, even if it means negotiating concessions.
BREAKING: Two Palestinians were killed in an Israeli air attack on the town of Beit Hanoun, northern Gaza, according to medical sources. pic.twitter.com/GdbJfoOHBr
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Reports from the Israeli newspaper Yedioth Ahronoth reveal that the Israeli occupation military is acknowledging the unrest among its ranks, with plans to engage in talks with soldiers who have signed petitions seeking peace. The army is reportedly concerned about the potential for protests to escalate further.
In stark contrast, the Islamic Resistance Movement, Hamas, has firmly rejected a proposal from mediators that includes disarmament of their forces. A source within Hamas stated that they were taken aback by the suggestion, conveyed by Egyptian mediators, that any ceasefire agreement would hinge on negotiations for disarming the resistance. Hamas insists that any agreement must prioritize a complete cessation of hostilities and the withdrawal of Israeli occupation forces from Gaza.
Discussions involving American mediators have also been underway, with Hamas expressing willingness to negotiate the release of nine prisoners. However, US officials are pushing for an increase in the number of prisoners to be released, complicating the negotiations. Hamas has deemed the American proposal evasive, as it lacks clear terms for transitioning to a ceasefire.
Meanwhile, the humanitarian situation in Gaza continues to deteriorate. The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs has declared the crisis as the worst in the region since the conflict began, with severe shortages of medical supplies, food, and water. UN Secretary-General António Guterres expressed deep concern following attacks on medical facilities, emphasizing the need to protect healthcare personnel and facilities under international law.
In pictures: Several medical personnel were injured this morning after Israeli forces bombed the back gate of Kuwait Specialized Hospital in the Al-Mawasi area, west of Khan Younis, in the latest Israeli attack on healthcare in the region. pic.twitter.com/36LLvOongu
— Quds News Network (@QudsNen) April 15, 2025
In terms of ongoing Israeli war on Gaza, reports indicate a tragic increase in casualties, with over 17 Palestinians martyred in recent Israeli airstrikes. The Palestinian Ministry of Health has reported staggering figures, with over 51,000 deaths and more than 116,000 injuries since the onset of hostilities on October 7, 2023. The situation remains dire, with many victims still trapped under rubble, as emergency services struggle to reach them.
Source: Agencies (translated by Al-Manar English Websites)
