1. United States
2. Calif.
3. Letter

Accept ceasefire deal, facilitate aid and prisoner exchanges in Gaza It is imperative that Israel agrees to the proposed ceasefire deal put forth by Egypt and Qatar. The proposal outlines a comprehensive plan for a cessation of hostilities, prisoner exchanges, and the lifting of the blockade on Gaza. Critically, it calls for the immediate withdrawal of Israeli forces from densely populated areas and a phased pullout from the entirety of Gaza over the course of the three-stage process. This measured approach facilitates the return of displaced civilians to their homes and the unimpeded delivery of humanitarian aid. The deal upholds Israel's demands for the release of captives while also securing the freedom of Palestinian prisoners, many of whom were detained without due process. Moreover, it paves the way for Gaza's reconstruction and an ultimate end to the crippling siege. A failure to accept this meticulously negotiated agreement will only compound the suffering and prolong a conflict that has already exacted an unconscionable toll on human life. Israel must pragmatically evaluate this credible path to resolving the crisis rather than persisting with a military campaign that has demonstrated no progress towards a just resolution. The global community is watching and expects all parties to embrace dialogue over unrestrained violence.