Palestinian Foreign Minister Varsen Shaheen has accused Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his far-right ministers of obstructing ceasefire negotiations in Gaza, citing their ambitions for a prolonged occupation of the territory.
She said Netanyahu’s hardline stance was driven by political calculations and a desire to cling to power at the expense of Palestinian suffering.
According to Alqahera News News, Shaheen stressed that the Palestinian position remains “clear and resolute.” President Mahmoud Abbas, she noted, has repeatedly affirmed the commitment to necessary reforms, an immediate cessation of hostilities, the entry of humanitarian aid, and enabling the Palestinian state to govern Gaza — but only as part of a lasting end to the aggression.
Shaheen outlined a comprehensive Palestinian vision for the “day after” the war, which she said has gained Arab, Islamic, and international consensus. The plan prioritizes urgent humanitarian needs, followed by rehabilitation, and ultimately full reconstruction of Gaza. While the framework includes specific projects, she emphasized that implementation requires a secure environment and robust international support.
The minister highlighted Egypt’s leadership in pushing for an international donor conference to be held as soon as possible to secure the resources necessary for Gaza’s recovery. She stressed that ending the assault and lifting the blockade are essential gateways to any sustainable political solution, adding that the Palestinian people will reject any arrangements that undermine their rights or sovereignty.
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