Why Peace in the Middle East Depends on the Release of Marwan Barghouti
The release of Marwan Barghouti, a Palestinian advocate of the two-state solution imprisoned by Israel since 2002, is crucial in preventing a new escalation in Gaza and the West Bank, according to historian Jean-Pierre Filiu.
Barghouti's imprisonment has been a significant factor in the ongoing conflict, and his release could potentially lead to a more peaceful resolution.
The surest way to prevent a new escalation in Gaza and the West Bank is the release of Marwan Barghouti.
Author's summary: Peace in the Middle East depends on Barghouti's release.
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Le Monde — 2025-11-02