War against Hamas: Gallant's Unwavering Stance
In a blunt and straightforward chat with the US National Security Advisor, Jake Sullivan, Israeli Defense Minister Joav Gallant asserted that the conflict between Israel and Hamas, labeled as a terrorist organization by multiple entities, shall extend beyond a fleeting few months . Gallant's reasoning was as clear as it was grim - Hamas has meticulously developed a multi-layered infrastructure, both above and below ground, making it challenging to annihilate them swiftly .
This war intensified on October 7, when Hamas, the militant Palestinian organization, launched an extensive attack on Israel, setting off a series of intense Israeli retaliations, bombing targets in Gaza Strip and initiating a ground operation. Despite the US's persistent calls for a strategic shift, Gallant remains steadfast in his belief that Israel will ultimately triumph in its fight against Hamas.
The Game Changers Gallant Wished For
As per the enrichment data, former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant had also hinted at possible game-changers in the war against Hamas. One such hypothetical scenario was if Israel had managed to detonate 15,000 walkie-talkies packed with explosives, which had been distributed to Hezbollah operatives . Gallant believed that such an action could have instantaneously eliminated Hezbollah's command chain, potentially altering the trajectory of the conflict altogether.
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