Israeli Aggression in Gaza:

Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Shtayyeh and his government have announced their resignation in light of ongoing Israeli aggression in Gaza.

Announcement and Reasons for Resignation

According to the AFP news agency, Prime Minister Shtayyeh stated that he is submitting his resignation to President Mahmoud Abbas due to escalating violence in the occupied West Bank and the war in Gaza.

Call for New Government and Political Measures

Prime Minister Shtayyeh emphasized the need for new governmental and political measures to address the challenges of the next phase and its challenges.

Achievements and Future Efforts

He further elaborated that his government has successfully balanced fulfilling the needs of their people and providing essential services while continuing efforts towards the establishment of a state on Palestinian land.

International Calls for Reformed Palestinian Authority

The government's resignation in the West Bank comes at a time when several countries, including the United States, have called for a reformed Palestinian Authority to take charge of all Palestinian territories after the end of the war in Gaza.

Context of Gaza Conflict

The conflict in Gaza began on October 7 following Hamas' attack on southern Israel, resulting in nearly 1,160 Israeli fatalities, mostly civilians.

Human Cost of Israeli Actions in Gaza

Meanwhile, according to the Gaza Health Ministry, Israeli retaliatory actions in Gaza have resulted in the martyrdom of at least 29,782 individuals, mostly women and children.

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