Gaza : un cessez-le-feu impuissant ? | L'essentiel du Dessous des Cartes | ARTE

Summary

The video script covers a critical moment in the ongoing Gaza conflict, highlighting the United Nations' resolution calling for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire, which was backed by most members except for the United States. Despite the diplomatic move, the humanitarian crisis continues with thousands of Palestinian casualties and widespread destruction. Israeli military operations continue in Gaza, focusing on Hamas tunnels and leadership, while the region faces a dire famine and lack of aid. International efforts for a ceasefire and hostage exchanges are ongoing, but so far, there has been little success, with both Israel and Hamas blaming each other for the failures.

Takeaways

• 😀 The UN Security Council adopted a historic resolution on March 25, demanding an immediate humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza for Ramadan, with 14 votes in favor and one abstention.
• 😀 For the first time, the United States, a permanent member of the Security Council, abstained from voting on the resolution.
• 😀 The resolution represents a significant shift in US policy, as Washington had previously supported Israel and vetoed similar resolutions three times.
• 😀 President Biden no longer supports Netanyahu's hardline military strategy, which has led to tensions between the US and Israel, as Israel heavily depends on US military aid.
• 😀 Despite the UN resolution, the situation on the ground in Gaza has not changed, with 2.3 million Palestinians facing the threat of famine and little humanitarian aid arriving.
• 😀 The war continues to hold 130 hostages captive, while the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) maintain military operations against Hamas, particularly targeting tunnels under Gaza's major cities.
• 😀 The ongoing offensive has resulted in a massive humanitarian crisis, with the majority of Gaza's residents seeking refuge in the 'humanitarian' zone of al-Mawasi and around Rafah, where famine is already present.
• 😀 According to the Hamas count, over 32,000 Palestinians have died due to the conflict, and the destruction of Gaza is catastrophic, with almost 35% of buildings either damaged or destroyed.
• 😀 In addition to the devastation in Gaza, tensions continue in the West Bank and Southern Lebanon, where violence from Israeli settlers, Palestinian militias, and Hezbollah persist.
• 😀 Efforts by Qatar, Egypt, and the United States to broker a truce or exchange of hostages for Palestinian prisoners have failed so far, with both Israel and Hamas blaming each other for the lack of progress.

Q & A

What resolution did the UN Security Council adopt on March 25th?

The UN Security Council adopted a historic resolution calling for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza during the month of Ramadan. The resolution passed with 14 votes in favor and one abstention.

What significant shift occurred regarding the United States' stance in the UN Security Council?

For the first time, the United States, a permanent member of the Security Council, abstained from voting on the resolution, instead of supporting Israel as it had done previously.

How did the US position change since the Hamas attack on October 7th?

Initially, the US had supported Israel, vetoing three resolutions in favor of the country. However, President Biden no longer believes in Netanyahu's all-out military strategy, signaling a shift in US policy.

Why is Israel dependent on the United States during the conflict?

Israel heavily relies on the US for military aid, including weapons and ammunition, which makes it challenging for Israel to defy both the United Nations and the United States without facing significant consequences.

Has the UN resolution changed the situation on the ground in Gaza?

Despite the UN resolution, little has changed on the ground for Gaza's 2.3 million Palestinians, who face famine and receive only limited humanitarian aid. The situation remains dire, with 130 hostages still held by Hamas.

What is the main objective of the Israeli military in Gaza as of the UN resolution?

The Israeli military, Tsahal, is focusing on destroying the 500 kilometers of Hamas tunnels under Gaza, especially beneath Gaza City and Jabalia in the north, and Khan Younis in the south.

What areas are experiencing extreme humanitarian distress in Gaza?

The area around the al-Mawasi region and the border town of Rafah are experiencing extreme humanitarian distress, with most Gaza residents seeking refuge there. The famine situation is critical.

What has been the human toll of the conflict so far?

The Hamas death toll in Gaza exceeds 32,000, with more than 89,000 buildings destroyed or damaged, representing 35% of the total in Gaza. The city itself is nearly 74% destroyed.

What are the challenges to peace in Gaza after the destruction?

Even with a ceasefire, Gaza is not ready for peace. Reconstruction will take years, and the region remains destabilized with ongoing violence from Israeli settlers and Palestinian militias in the West Bank and the Hezbollah activity from southern Lebanon.

What efforts are being made for a ceasefire and hostage exchange?

Efforts by Qatar, Egypt, and the United States continue to push for a temporary ceasefire and a 'hostages for Palestinian prisoners' exchange. However, these attempts have failed so far, with both Israel and Hamas blaming each other for the failure.