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Israel Must Disarm Hamas, Experts Question Strategy's Coherence

2/26/2026

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Israel's Defense Strategy

Former IDF intelligence chief Brig. Yossi Kuperwasser says Israel must disarm Hamas but questions post-disarmament steps.
Kuperwasser notes the defense establishment has overlooked Hamas, focusing on Iran and Hezbollah.
At the Bithonistim conference, Brig.-Gen. Danny Van Biran says Israel must win decisively in Gaza without foreign forces.
Experts criticize Israel's security strategy as overly tactical and lacking long-term coherence, causing border complacency and fewer ground troops.

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Israel's Ultimatum Threat

Progress on the Gaza peace plan stalls due to disagreements over Hamas disarmament.
Israel threatens to resume full-scale war if Hamas does not disarm.
The United States government is set to issue a 60-day ultimatum for Hamas demilitarization.
The National Committee for the Administration of Gaza (NCAG) prepares to govern Gaza but lacks authority.
Analysts warn the demands could provoke more conflict as Hamas remains intent on retaining weapons.

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Israel's Defense Strategy

Former IDF intelligence chief Brig. Yossi Kuperwasser says Israel must disarm Hamas but questions post-disarmament steps.
Kuperwasser notes the defense establishment has overlooked Hamas, focusing on Iran and Hezbollah.
At the Bithonistim conference, Brig.-Gen. Danny Van Biran says Israel must win decisively in Gaza without foreign forces.
Experts criticize Israel's security strategy as overly tactical and lacking long-term coherence, causing border complacency and fewer ground troops.

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