Israeli Defense Minister reports Hamas has ceased to function as a military organization in most parts of Gaza; ongoing efforts to dismantle Hamas and return hostages; recent airstrike in Damascus killing Iranian officers; controversy over civilian casualties in Gaza conflict.
Key Points
Hamas has lost its command and control capabilities in most parts of Gaza
Israeli Defense Minister reported on ongoing efforts to dismantle Hamas
Recent airstrike in Damascus killed Iranian officers
Israel fighting a war on multiple fronts both offensively and defensively
Controversy over civilian casualties in Gaza conflict
Pros
Progress in dismantling Hamas in Gaza
Efforts to return hostages taken by Hamas
Cons
Controversy over civilian casualties in Gaza conflict
Reports of civilian casualties in recent airstrikes