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Deaths of Dozens in Gaza Stampede for Aid Put Israel in No-Win Situation, Cast Doubt on Hostage Deal

Blame is put on Israel amid near universal condemnation, as pressure mounts from the Biden administration and other allies.

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People block a street during a protest calling for a deal to release the hostages held in the Gaza Strip by Hamas, at Tel Aviv February 29, 2024. AP/Ohad Zwigenberg
BENNY AVNI
BENNY AVNI

The deaths of dozens in a Gaza stampede during humanitarian assistance deliveries is complicating Israel’s war plans, as well as President Biden’s attempts at forcing a cease-fire. As Ramadan approaches, it is also raising passions across the Muslim world.  

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BENNY AVNI
BENNY AVNI

Benny Avni is a columnist who has published in the New York Post, WSJOpinion, The Daily Beast, Newsweek, Israel Radio, Ha’Aretz, and others. Once New York Sun, always New York Sun.

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