The latest situation shows that the United States, the European Union, and other countries that originally supported Israel have begun to express their support for Palestine. Biden first expressed support for a "temporary ceasefire" in Gaza, while the European Union also called for a humanitarian ceasefire. This change has sparked concern and speculation. The current round of conflict continues, and the Gaza region faces a serious humanitarian crisis. According to the data, the conflict resulted in nearly 290,000 people died and nearly 70,000 were injured, raising tensions in the region.
Countries such as the United States and the European Union have always supported Israel, but as the conflict escalated, they began to call for a "ceasefire." The United States mentioned the term "ceasefire" for the first time in the UN Security Council draft resolution and expressed support for a "temporary ceasefire". The EU26 also called for a humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza and the release of detainees. Spain and other countries have expressed concern about the Israeli military's actions and have called for measures to be taken to protect human rights. This "siege" posture puts Israel under tremendous pressure.
In the face of international changes and pressures, Israel has taken a tough stance and is unwilling to cease fire easily. Israel's wartime cabinet member, former Defense Minister Ben Gantz, has threatened to conduct a ground operation against Rafah if Hamas does not release the detainees by the stipulated time. This shows that Israel remains steadfast in its own interests and is not affected by external pressure.
Located at the southern tip of the Gaza Strip, Rafah is an important stronghold of Hamas and the border with Egypt. Israel considers Rafah to be Hamas's gateway to ** and support, so it wants to take control of the area through military operations and cut off Hamas's supply lines. Despite calls from outside countries for an Israeli ceasefire, Israel's military campaign against Rafah continues.
The reasons and motivations behind the shift of the United States and the European Union from supporting Israel to calling for a "ceasefire" are worth paying attention to. While the United States and other Western countries continue to defend Israel, this new statement exposes some complex realities and considerations.
The United States has repeatedly used its veto power in the UN Security Council to block the adoption of resolutions against Israel. But this time, for the first time, the United States has mentioned a "ceasefire" in the draft resolution, showing a subtle adjustment in US policy. Some analysts believe that the purpose of this move by the United States is to avoid fundamental contradictions and avoid being overly criticized in the international community. U.S. support for Israel remains, but the shift to a "temporary ceasefire" suggests that it is seeking more flexibility and room for manoeuvre.
The 26 member states of the European Union have jointly called for a humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza, the release of detainees, and the provision of assistance. Many EU countries** have expressed concern about Israel's military actions and called for measures to protect human rights. This shift is a reflection of the EU's concern for humanitarian issues and its desire to reduce the humanitarian catastrophe caused by the conflict through a ceasefire.
Despite pressure from countries such as the United States and the European Union, Israel has maintained its strategic position and is not willing to compromise easily. Israel's military operation in the Rafah area demonstrates its determination to ensure and combat terrorist groups. The Rafah area is regarded as an important stronghold of Hamas, and controlling the area can effectively weaken Hamas's combat effectiveness, which is an important reason for Israel's tightened control.
The complexity and seriousness of the Palestinian-Israeli conflict cannot be underestimated, and the contradictions and conflicts of interests between the parties have made the situation even more confusing. The change in attitude of the United States and the European Union shows the international community's concern and concern about the Palestinian-Israeli conflict, but the way to resolve the conflict still requires the joint efforts of all parties. Israel's stubborn stance and determination also reflect to a certain extent the importance of sovereignty. It is hoped that all parties can find common ground while safeguarding their own interests, promote the Palestinian-Israeli conflict towards a peaceful solution, and reduce the occurrence of innocent people and humanitarian disasters.