(CNN) -- Reports of a possible cease-fire in Gaza brokered by Egypt emerged Tuesday, but without a more farsighted approach that addresses the dysfunctional dynamic within Palestinian politics, any truce is unlikely to be any more durable than previous ones. This latest Israeli offensive marks the sixth major military operation against Gaza since Israel withdrew its soldiers and settlers in 2005, and the first since the massive military campaign known as "Cast Lead" four years ago. U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton was headed to the region Tuesday to join Egypt's negotiations for a truce. Egypt -- as the only other party with a direct stake in Gaza's stability and one of the few capable of talking directly to all key actors -- is best placed to play the role of peacemaker. There will be cease-fire.
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Khaled Elgindy: Any Gaza truce won't last without a more farsighted approach
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Elgindy: Reality is Hamas is here to stay, and grievances of both sides must be addressed
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Conflict makes Hamas politically stronger, while Palestinian Authority is weak, he says
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Elgindy: The two must be reconciled, cooperate and be included in peace process
Any cease-fire will of course have to bring an end to rocket attacks on Israel from Gaza or anywhere else as well as tougher action by Egypt on weapons smuggling through the @placeholder tunnels.