In October 2023, following a significant attack by H@mas on southern Isr*el, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared, “H@mas has started a brutal and evil war. We will be victorious in this war despite an unbearable price.”
Despite Isr*el’s military efforts, the conflict persisted for 15 months, culminating in a ceasefire agreement in January 2025.
As of January 16, 2025, Netanyahu stated that the Israeli cabinet would not convene to approve the ceasefire until H@mas accepted all elements of the agreement, indicating ongoing tensions and complexities in the negotiation process.
The protracted nature of the conflict and the eventual ceasefire suggest that H@mas maintained its operational capabilities throughout the period, challenging initial expectations of a swift Isr*eli victory.
This endurance has been interpreted by some as a testament to the resilience and strength of H@mas and associated fighters. However, the situation remains complex, with both sides expressing reservations about the terms of the ceasefire and its implementation.