ThePrint ThePrintPod: A futile $100 billion war. Hamas still standing, peace deal with a bad precedent
Oct 16, 2025
A staggering $100 billion was spent on a war that failed its objectives, sparking debates about military effectiveness. The devastation in Gaza is likened to historical atrocities, highlighting the catastrophic human cost. Despite the intended dismantling of Hamas, the group remains armed and resilient. Diplomatic fallout grows, with increasing global support for Palestine and calls for accountability. The recent peace deal raises concerns over its long-term viability, drawing parallels to past failed agreements in the region.
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Huge Cost, Limited Results
- Operation Swords of Iron cost an estimated $100 billion yet failed to meet its political and military objectives.
- The diplomatic fallout and global condemnation may outweigh the monetary expense of the war.
Scale Of Destruction In Gaza
- Gaza was largely reduced to rubble with extremely high civilian fatalities and many bodies unlikely to be recovered.
- The human toll provides a stark measure of the war's destructive scale beyond monetary cost.
Officer Casualties Reveal Combat Dynamics
- Israeli security forces suffered heavy casualties, including an unusually large number of captains and senior officers.
- High officer fatalities suggest frontline leadership roles and potentially targeted losses during combat.