Israel-Hamas Conflict Aftermath
Israel finds itself in a far different place six months after declaring war against Hamas, bogged down in Gaza, divided domestically, isolated internationally, and increasingly at odds with its closest ally. The risk of a broader regional war remains real.
Key Points
- Hamas still standing after Israeli offensive
- Israel faces challenges in presenting a postwar vision
- International support for Israel has waned
- Israel divided domestically with protests against government
- No consensus for the future of Gaza
- Netanyahu faces challenges both domestically and internationally
Pros
- Israel's military onslaught weakened Hamas
- Significant destruction inflicted on Hamas
- Israel faced broad international support initially
Cons
- Israel is now isolated internationally
- Humanitarian crisis in Gaza, displacing many
- Divided domestically with protests against government