Recent strikes on Iran have allowed Israel to continue its military actions in Gaza with reduced international scrutiny. This shift is troubling as extreme voices within Israel advocate for not just targeting Hamas but for the systematic dismantlement of Gaza and the expulsion of its Palestinian population. Statements from Israeli lawmakers reveal a dangerous conflation of responsibility that blames the entire population of Gaza for the actions of Hamas, marking a significant escalation in rhetoric and intentions toward collective punishment and destruction of infrastructure.
Strikes on Iran have diverted attention from Israel's ongoing assault in Gaza, carrying the risk that extreme Israeli voices may push for severe actions against the Palestinian population.
Prominent Israeli officials have expressed a desire for collective punishment rather than targeting Hamas, revealing a troubling intent toward the complete destruction of Gaza.
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