In the context of a new initiative to solve the crisis in the Gaza Strip that includes a five-year truce between the Palestinians and Israel, it was revealed on March 9 that a truce between Hamas and Israel was being discussed by European diplomats. During this period, Gaza would be reconstructed, ground and air military activities halted, the siege lifted and crossings opened.
Although Hamas denied ever presenting such a proposal, recent meetings between both sides suggested deep ties between the movement and European and Western diplomats. There have also been regular visits by European consuls and diplomats to Gaza, where they meet with Hamas leaders and others to discuss Gaza’s future, the reconciliation with Fatah and a truce with Israel.
