The Rachman Review
Israel and Gaza at war
Oct 11, 2023
Gideon interviews historian and writer Lawrence Freedman about Israel's challenges in dealing with Hamas and finding a viable alternative government. They explore the recent security lapse on the Gaza border, compare the conflict to global crises, and discuss the potential consequences of Biden's lack of diplomatic victory.
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- Israel's current approach to dealing with Hamas involves degrading their capabilities, punishing Gaza, and increasing pressure on the ruling group, but there is no clear end point or negotiation process in sight.
- Replacing Hamas in Gaza is challenging due to the absence of an obvious alternative and the lack of support and propitious circumstances for change, despite preferences for a different leadership.
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Israel's Difficulty in Dealing with Hamas
Israel faces challenges in formulating a strategy for dealing with Hamas. They cannot achieve regime change or occupy Gaza, as it would regenerate the threat. Their current approach involves degrading Hamas capabilities, punishing Gaza, and increasing pressure on the ruling group. However, there is no clear end point or negotiation process in sight, as Hamas's demands primarily focus on easing the blockade and releasing prisoners. The situation may lead to a period of bombing followed by a mediated ceasefire.
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