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The ceasefire in Gaza is a generational reconstruction project. Gaza is unlivable with 70 to 90% of structures destroyed, and there's an urgent need for international effort to rebuild, not just provide temporary relief.

Christiane Amanpour faced backlash for stating that hostages returned to Israel had a better fate than some in Gaza, highlighting the media's reluctance to acknowledge Palestinian suffering.

The Associated Press reports that Israel plans to cut aid deliveries in half due to Hamas's delays in returning hostages. Phase one of the deal calls for the return of all hostages, living and dead.

The humanitarian crisis in Gaza has worsened since Hamas's attacks on Israel on October 7th, and the subsequent Israeli bombardment.

Hamas must be expelled from any leadership position to prevent future conflicts. It's a red line for Israel, and we must help enforce it to avoid civilian suffering again.

Under Trump's framework, Israel would release 250 Palestinian prisoners. Hundreds of trucks carrying humanitarian aid will also start entering Gaza. What a relief.

The Rafah crossing with Egypt apparently is supposed to open to facilitate aid delivery in. Now, of course, that is dangerous for Israel because facilitated aid by Egypt into the Gaza Strip presumably could be used by Hamas to rearm.

A radical plan suggests diverting all funds previously provided to Israel for bombs to Gaza for infrastructure, homes, medicine, and food.

Israel initially agreed to allow 600 aid trucks into Gaza but has now cut that number in half, citing Hamas's failure to fulfill its promises regarding the return of hostages.

The international community must stop enabling Israel's worst instincts by providing unchecked support. A balanced approach is needed to ensure both Israeli and Palestinian safety and freedom, advocating for a return to 1967 borders and a two-state solution.