Picard
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Hamas Offensive Against Israel
Several hours ago, Hamas began an offensive against southern Israel. A massive coordinated assault included launching upwards of 3 000 to 5 000 rockets and missiles, likely in a (largely successful…
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Attack is likely an expression of hatred and desperation both. Islam is not known for its ability to coexist with other religions. On the other hand, Palestinians had been slowly squeezed by Israel, with Israel taking territory beyond what the UN mandate had given them. Yet even had Israel respected the mandate, Palestinians and other Arabs had made it clear that it is not the borders, but rather the continued existence of Israel, that they have problem with. Hamas at the very least does not want conflict resolution, as permanent state of war allows it to stay in power.
