Opinion & Analysis
Gaza fighting surges whenever ceasefire talks near completion, pattern shows
Image credit: Shehab Wire (EN)
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Israeli forces have intensified military operations in Gaza at moments when negotiations for a ceasefire or advancement to the next phase of talks appear close to completion, the Shehab Wire reported. The timing is not coincidental, according to the account, but reflects a deliberate policy of escalation designed to disrupt diplomatic progress.
A review of recent months reveals a consistent pattern: each surge in bombing and destruction has followed reports that negotiators were on the verge of finalizing initial agreements or moving toward subsequent stages of any negotiating process. The repeated cycle suggests a structured approach to undermining peace efforts, with the intensity of military operations rising precisely when conditions for settlement seem within reach.
