The recent ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, although historic, does not represent the end of the conflict, according to the professor of International Relations, Vitelio Brustolin .
In an interview with CNN the expert clarified that the ceasefire, by definition, is always temporary. In this case, it is expected in this case to last six weeks.
The professor emphasized that, despite the importance of the agreement, it is essential to understand that it does not mean an immediate end to hostilities.
The situation remains delicate, with estimates that of the 98 hostages still held by Hamas, around 30 may already be dead.
Brustolin detailed the three phases of the agreement:
First phase: release of vulnerable hostages
At this stage, around 33 prisoners held by Hamas will be released.
The focus is on the most vulnerable, including the elderly, women and people with illnesses.
The expert highlighted that holding hostages is considered a war crime.
Second phase: release of soldiers
At this point, the men considered soldiers by Hamas will be released, including 11 who were part of the initial negotiations.
In return, Israel will release more Palestinian prisoners.
Third phase: Reconstruction of Gaza
The final stage envisages a longer-lasting ceasefire, which would resemble an armistice.
At this stage, the reconstruction of Gaza would begin, a process that, according to the United Nations (UN), could cost around 40 billion dollars and take 16 years to complete.
This agreement represents a significant step towards alleviating the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, but the path to lasting peace is still long and complex.
The international community continues to closely monitor developments in the hope that this temporary ceasefire can evolve into a permanent solution in the future.
This content was originally published in Ceasefire in the Middle East does not mean the end of the war, says expert on the CNN Brasil website.
Source: CNN Brasil
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