Israeli military, Netanyahu government at odds over 'tactical pauses' | DW News

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11 min, 45 sec

President Joe Biden presses for a ceasefire in Gaza during the Muslim ID holiday, amidst ongoing conflict and humanitarian crisis.

Summary

  • Biden believes a ceasefire is crucial to prevent civilian casualties in Gaza.
  • Israeli strikes continue, causing further Palestinian casualties.
  • Aid delivery faces challenges as Gaza experiences a somber Eid with over 80% of its population displaced.
  • Israel implements a tactical pause to facilitate aid delivery, but internal disagreements and inadequate aid volumes persist.
  • Humanitarian organizations and the international community call for a complete ceasefire and increased aid.

Chapter 1

Biden Advocates for Ceasefire During Eid

0:00 - 18 sec

President Biden addresses the Muslim ID holiday, advocating for a ceasefire in Gaza to protect civilians.

President Biden addresses the Muslim ID holiday, advocating for a ceasefire in Gaza to protect civilians.

  • Biden's address on the Muslim ID holiday focuses on the need for a ceasefire in Gaza.
  • He emphasizes that halting the conflict is critical to saving lives amidst the violence.
  • The address coincides with more casualties resulting from an Israeli strike.

Chapter 2

Palestinians Endure Somber Eid Amidst Displacement

0:18 - 36 sec

Palestinians in Gaza mark a somber Eid with widespread displacement and little left to celebrate.

Palestinians in Gaza mark a somber Eid with widespread displacement and little left to celebrate.

  • The majority of Gaza's population lives in displacement, with traditional Eid celebrations absent.
  • A family in a UN school in K yunas expresses the grim reality of having nothing to celebrate.
  • The sounds of strikes have replaced the usual Eid prayers and festivities.

Chapter 3

Continued Israeli Strikes and Tactical Pauses

0:53 - 1 min, 4 sec

Despite continued Israeli strikes, a tactical pause is observed to allow aid delivery in southern Gaza.

Despite continued Israeli strikes, a tactical pause is observed to allow aid delivery in southern Gaza.

  • Israeli strikes continue, but a tactical pause along a road in southern Gaza is implemented to aid delivery.
  • The 11-hour pause affects a 12 km stretch, serving as the main gateway for humanitarian aid into Gaza.
  • Disagreements arise within the Israeli government regarding the tactical pause.

Chapter 4

Israeli Military Fatalities and Funerals

1:57 - 33 sec

The Israeli military suffers fatalities, leading to funerals and an examination of the conflict's human cost.

The Israeli military suffers fatalities, leading to funerals and an examination of the conflict's human cost.

  • Israeli air strikes result in civilian casualties including children.
  • An Israeli funeral is held for Captain Wasim Mahmud, highlighting the losses on the Israeli side too.
  • Total military deaths recorded by Israel and Palestinian casualties showcase the grim toll of the conflict.

Chapter 5

International Calls for Full Ceasefire

2:31 - 31 sec

The international community, including the US, strongly calls for a comprehensive ceasefire in Gaza.

The international community, including the US, strongly calls for a comprehensive ceasefire in Gaza.

  • Tactical pauses fall short of the complete ceasefire demanded by the global community.
  • The US and others push for a cessation of hostilities to address the humanitarian crisis.
  • Discontent within the Israeli government emerges over the handling of tactical pauses.

Chapter 6

Military and Government Discrepancy on Tactical Pauses

3:02 - 1 min, 43 sec

Israeli military and government show discord over tactical pauses, raising questions about the ceasefire's feasibility.

Israeli military and government show discord over tactical pauses, raising questions about the ceasefire's feasibility.

  • The military's announcement of immediate tactical pauses is met with criticism from Israeli government members.
  • Far-right coalition members and the Prime Minister express their disapproval, calling the military decision foolish.
  • Despite the government's stance, the military maintains its position, and reports suggest a calmer day in Gaza.

Chapter 7

Tactical Pauses and Aid Delivery in Gaza

4:45 - 2 min, 19 sec

Aid agencies welcome the implementation of tactical pauses but stress the need for a comprehensive ceasefire and scaled-up aid.

Aid agencies welcome the implementation of tactical pauses but stress the need for a comprehensive ceasefire and scaled-up aid.

  • Humanitarian groups see tactical pauses as a positive step but insufficient without a full ceasefire.
  • Aid distribution remains a challenge with the current system, and safety for aid workers is a concern.
  • The amount of aid entering Gaza is inadequate compared to the needs, with food and medicine being the most urgently required.

Chapter 8

Norwegian Refugee Council on the Humanitarian Crisis

7:03 - 4 min, 28 sec

The Norwegian Refugee Council discusses the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza and the necessity for increased and secure aid access.

The Norwegian Refugee Council discusses the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza and the necessity for increased and secure aid access.

  • The council emphasizes that tactical pauses are not enough to ensure safe aid distribution across Gaza.
  • A complete ceasefire and a significant increase in aid are essential for addressing the growing needs.
  • Aid workers face movement restrictions, and the deconfliction system with Israel is unreliable, hindering humanitarian efforts.

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