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Hamas, whose self-confidence and capabilities have strengthened considerably since the beginning of the ceasefire, rejected Israel’s demands. Israel could not ignore that. Now the terrorist leaders are likely still wondering whether this is a limited action meant to shock and send a message or the beginning of a sustained operation.
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Israel’s actions in halting aid to Gaza are entirely just and legitimate under international law, in circumstances where that aid is being diverted by Hamas and used for military purposes.
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Prof. Kobi Michael: There will be no aid outside the humanitarian zones. This will prevent Hamas from continuing to steal all the humanitarian aid and will increase pressure on the …
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This is not the first time the ICRC has failed the Jews
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Arsen Ostrovsky: Einstein’s famous definition is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results. And for many, many years, including since October 7, the international community …
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We must assume Hamas in Gaza isn’t resting on its laurels and has already begun rehabilitating its military capabilities.
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Hamas likely understands that Trump’s declaration means a green light for Israel to control humanitarian aid distribution, keep it at the legally required minimum, and increase combat intensity in Gaza.
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Israel’s survival demands unwavering resolve. Post-Hamas strategy must address threats in Gaza, West Bank, and the north, while expanding normalization and fostering unity – all hinging on US policy.
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Hamas assumes that a final American proposal will inevitably come at Israel’s expense. The primary pressure to reach an agreement is already being applied to Israeli leadership. Hamas faces no consequences for prolonging the process, and as long as it holds hostages, it can always resume negotiations from where they left off.
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If the US and international community truly want to advance an urgently-needed hostage deal, they must take a new approach. Rather than focusing pressure on Israel, they must place unyielding pressure on Hamas’ state sponsors, especially Qatar, Turkey and Iran.