Israel’s attempt to ‘destroy’ Hamas enters a new era of war
Three months prior, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu made a vow to a populace shaken by a horrifying day of Hamas strikes.
Netanyahu said, "The IDF will immediately use all of its strength to destroy Hamas's capabilities." "We're going to destroy them."
There are indications that the Israel Defence Forces (IDF) are adjusting their goals as they enter a new phase of their conflict with Hamas in Gaza.
"The historical record is not particularly supportive of military operations aimed at eliminating deeply ingrained political-military movements," said Bilal Y. Saab, Chatham House associate fellow for the Middle East and North Africa,
"The leadership of the IDF is fully aware that their only option is to significantly weaken Hamas's military capabilities," Saab sa...