Gaza; the General Staff does not want a resumption of fighting
Israel is currently exploiting an unprecedented situation of weakness of the terrorist organization Hamas to strengthen its strategic position. The Israeli military authorities have decided to change their approach in the Gaza Strip, opting for…
Assessment
Israeli military leadership is resisting renewed full-scale combat in Gaza, according to this report. The stated reasons are tactical: a shift toward targeted operations and a critical shortage of soldiers. The reader should watch for whether this internal military stance holds against political pressure for escalation, and how Hamas responds to the perceived weakness.