The battle with Hamas may benefit Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel politically in the short term, but it leaves his underlying problems unresolved.
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After the Cease-Fire, Gaza Wakes to a Sea of Rubble
In addition to relief, some residents felt a sense of déjà vu, having survived several recent wars with Israel. After each war, it takes years for Gaza to recover.
In Israel, Questions Over What the Gaza Operation Achieved
Several analysts argued that bombarding Gaza drew world condemnation but failed to deliver a decisive blow to Hamas.
Palestinian Anger With Israel Is Undimmed, Even With Battle Paused
Unrest broke out in Jerusalem and the West Bank again on Friday, and Palestinians across Israel and the occupied territories expressed the need for common cause against injustice.
Cease-Fire Prompts Israelis’ Disappointment
The shared dissatisfaction throughout the country signaled Israelis’ growing impatience for what they see as hastily arranged, unconditional cease-fires.
Israel’s Military Inflicted a Heavy Toll. But Did It Achieve Its Aim?
Israel’s military says its airstrikes killed dozens of senior Hamas operatives and destroyed critical military infrastructure. But victory is hard to measure.
Why Biden Used a Light Touch With Netanyahu
Public pressure on Israel could have backfired, or soured a relationship the president needs to cultivate, according to Middle East analysts.
Israel and Hamas Agree to End Brief War
The agreement is expected to conclude a battle in which Hamas fired rockets into Israel and Israel bombed targets in Gaza. More than 200 people were killed.
Hamas Supporters Celebrate ‘Victory’ in Gaza City
As a cease-fire took effect, thousands of Palestinians gathered under a night sky free from the threat of Israeli airstrikes. Some wondered what the fighting had achieved.
Israel and Hamas Agree to a Cease-Fire
The agreement to halt hostilities followed days of efforts by Egypt, Qatar and the United Nations, and pressure by President Biden.