Israel escaped a certain military retaliation last week when Joe Biden hastily called to start a new round of ceasefire negotiations —a ploy likely succeeded in delaying a planned reprisals against Israel for its aggression in Tehran, Yemen, and Beirut.
Previously, the Palestinians have agreed to multiple revised American ceasefire proposals. Each time, however, Benjamin Netanyahu added new conditions forcing the resumption of negotiations back from the starting point.
On May 31st, the U.S. President announced what he called a comprehensive Israeli proposal, promising a “roadmap to a lasting cease-fire and the release of all hostages.” Yet, in less than 24 hours, Netanyahu dismissed Biden’s proposal as a “nonstarter,” insisting that his terms for ending the war remain unchanged. ….more
