In a humanitarian effort, Malaysia is preparing to return 41 injured Palestinians and their families to Gaza following a ceasefire between Hamas and Israel. The ceasefire, which commenced on Sunday, has provided a temporary respite from the ongoing conflict. The Malaysian government, known for its vocal support for Palestinians, is coordinating this return with the Ministry of Defence.
The 41 Gazans were transported to Kuala Lumpur for medical treatment on August 16. This transport was facilitated by two Royal Malaysian Air Force aircraft from Cairo, Egypt. The Malaysian government's initiative underscores its commitment to providing necessary medical care to those affected by the conflict. The humanitarian mission aimed to alleviate the suffering of those injured amidst the chaos in Gaza.
The recent ceasefire between Hamas and Israel has brought a temporary halt to hostilities. As part of the agreement, Hamas released three Israeli hostages, while Israel freed several Palestinian prisoners. Despite these developments, the truce remains fragile, though it offers hope for ending 15 months of relentless bombings that have claimed nearly 47,000 Palestinian lives, according to Hamas. Independent estimates suggest that the actual number of casualties could be even higher.
The Malaysian cabinet had previously discussed plans to facilitate the safe return of the Palestinians to Gaza. The ceasefire has created a window of opportunity for this plan to be enacted. This development is particularly significant given the tense situation in Gaza, where ongoing violence has resulted in extensive loss of life and property.
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