Context: No Path to Peace
The Gaza conflict remains unresolved amid disputes over Hamas’s disarmament, Israeli military withdrawal, humanitarian access and post-war governance, despite a U.S.-backed 15-point roadmap.
Current Situation
Around 65% of Gaza remains under access restrictions or direct Israeli control, according to United Nations humanitarian reporting.
The humanitarian crisis continues due to:
- Large-scale displacement
- Damaged health infrastructure
- Damaged education infrastructure
- Damaged water and sanitation systems
- Restricted humanitarian access
Israel and Hamas remain divided over the sequencing of disarmament, withdrawal and governance of Gaza.
15-Point Peace Roadmap
The roadmap envisages phased disarmament of Hamas and other armed groups.
Disarmament is linked with gradual or full Israeli military withdrawal from Gaza.
The framework also envisages Palestinian technocratic administration and international involvement in stabilisation and reconstruction.
Current Obstacle
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has rejected the 15-point document.
He has maintained that Israeli withdrawal should follow complete Hamas disarmament.
What Sustainable Peace Requires
Security
A credible mechanism is needed for disarmament, demilitarisation and security guarantees for both Israelis and Palestinians.
Political Settlement
There should be a legitimate Palestinian representative governance structure with a credible pathway towards self-determination.
Territorial Settlement
A clearly agreed framework is needed for Israeli withdrawal, borders and security arrangements.
Humanitarian Recovery
Unrestricted humanitarian access should be followed by reconstruction of housing, health, education, water and essential infrastructure.
Economic Revival
Livelihoods, employment, trade and basic services need to be restored to prevent prolonged humanitarian dependence.
International Guarantees
UN, regional or international monitoring and enforcement mechanisms are needed to ensure compliance by all parties.
Key Takeaway
The Gaza conflict requires more than a ceasefire proposal. Sustainable peace needs security guarantees, political settlement, humanitarian recovery, economic revival and international monitoring.
