Source: Christian Science Monitor
by staff
“Whoever governs Gaza after Israel ends its military operations in the Palestinian enclave will have to address what gave rise to Hamas and its extremist ideology. One place to look for that sort of discernment is Colombia, where the government’s year-old Total Peace plan shows signs of curbing the violent radicalization of many armed groups. South America’s second-most populous country has long tried to end decades of ideology-based warfare and violence driven by guerrilla groups, gangs, and drug cartels. The current government’s all-at-once strategy has plenty of doubters, but it has led to negotiating peace agreements with as many as 26 armed groups simultaneously. The government’s main assumption in the talks: Equality and trust are building blocks not only for negotiations but also for creating a just and gentle society. Even setbacks can provide lessons.” (11/10/23)
https://www.csmonitor.com/Commentary/the-monitors-view/2023/1109/Lessons-for-Gaza-from-Colombia