The global press continues to highlight the unfolding events of the [Israeli war on Gaza] and its consequences, now 100 days since it erupted.
Israeli newspaper “Haaretz,” in its editorial, states the war Israel waged against the Islamic Resistance Movement ([Hamas]) has failed to achieve either of the two objectives set out by the government. Even after 100 days, “It neither eliminated Hamas nor freed the hostages.”
The newspaper points to the Israeli government’s insistence on continuing the fight to reach an agreement that, in reality, does not seem to be succeeding.
Netanyahu’s Speech
Meanwhile, “The New York Times” reported that Israeli Prime Minister [Benjamin Netanyahu] adopted a tone of defiance in his speech after 100 days of war in Gaza, despite growing doubts about the campaign’s results and international concerns over the death toll in Gaza. The fears of the war escalating into a wider regional conflict are also increasing.
Through Netanyahu’s statements and comments from the Israeli military leadership, the newspaper highlighted the widening gap between the Israeli perception of the war and the international community’s view of the worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
American Frustration
The American “Axios” website reported an increasing frustration in the White House with Netanyahu due to his rejection of most requests made by the U.S. administration regarding the war in Gaza, which is a priority for the United States.
According to the site, the American concern focuses on the possibility of Israel not adhering to a timeline to de-escalate military operations in Gaza, adding that it would then be difficult for U.S. President [Joe Biden] to maintain the current level of support for Israel’s military campaign.
An article on “The Hill” website discussed how the Gaza war has renewed negative perceptions of the United States in the Arab world. It argues that America’s stubborn military support for the Israeli incursion in Gaza stirs up anti-American sentiment in the Arab street, reinforcing comparisons with the 2003 U.S. invasion of Iraq, and is a result of the Biden administration’s support for the hardline Netanyahu government.
Dangerous Escalation
The British newspaper “The Guardian” reported on a new pattern of Israeli assassinations of [Hezbollah] leaders threatening to depart from a conventional rule of conflict management that considers military targets as acceptable.
The newspaper adds, “For Hezbollah, targeting irreplaceable leaders may pose a significant challenge.” Diplomats cited in the report warned that the recent assassinations threaten a severe escalation and the potential collapse of the fragile accord between Israel and Hezbollah.
