Gaza Clashes Highlight Unmet War Goals as Hamas Remains Active
Recent clashes in Gaza have resulted in an IDF officer being seriously wounded, underscoring ongoing tensions with Hamas. Despite Israeli leaders framing these incidents as 'serious violations,' Hamas continues to operate and strengthen in the region. The Israeli government's initial war goals, including dismantling Hamas and demilitarizing Gaza, remain largely unfulfilled. The Rafah crossing has reopened, facilitating the movement of goods and people, contrary to previous promises. A new 'peace committee' involving Qatar and Turkey has emerged, resembling the Palestinian Authority, further complicating the situation. 
