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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.
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Israel’s long focus on Iran and the northern front has come at the expense of intelligence gathering and operational attention to Gaza.
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The high cost of terrorist release complicates the gain of hostage freedom.
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Analysis: Iran’s revenge motive, Hezbollah’s role, Gaza concessions risks, and the deeper roots of conflict challenge diplomatic solutions.