Israel Update IU Special – How Israel Can Win In Gaza
Jun 6, 2025
Brigadier General (res.) Erez Winner, former Chief of Operational Planning for Gaza, shares insights on the military strategies behind the current operation. He discusses a potential plan for victory within 2-3 months and the complex balance between military action and humanitarian concerns. The conversation delves into the challenges of evacuating civilians, managing aid, and navigating political terminology. Erez also evaluates shifting public sentiments in Gaza and potential solutions for regional stability while reflecting on the dynamics between military and governance within the Israeli Defense Forces.
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Plan for Civilian Separation
- The plan called Merkavot Gidon included a rapid ground maneuver to separate civilians from Hamas fighters.
- This would create empty zones for Hamas to surrender or fight without civilian presence, reducing humanitarian aid needs.
Direct Humanitarian Aid Delivery
- Humanitarian aid has been controlled by Hamas, who misuse it for power and finance.
- The plan recommends delivering aid directly to the population via international groups to avoid empowering Hamas.
Need for Population Relocation
- Gaza is unfit for long-term civilian living due to tunnels and destruction.
- The solution requires moving the population elsewhere, which many Gazans would prefer.