Israel has refused to include Marwan Barghouti, the most popular Palestinian leader often called the “Palestinian Mandela,” in its latest prisoner swap with Hamas, sparking tensions as Gaza’s ceasefire unfolds. Serving five life sentences for attacks during the Second Intifada, Barghouti remains a powerful symbol of Palestinian unity and potential leadership. Hamas insists on his release, warning that leaving him behind could inflame divisions, while Israel cites security concerns and fears his rallying influence.
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