Yoni Ben Menachem's Blog - נושא: The Palestinian Arena

The Biden Administration’s Vision for Resolving the Conflict Faces Challenges

17 January 2024

The Biden administration is grappling with significant challenges in realizing its vision of achieving a political agreement between Israel and the Palestinians immediately post-war, focusing on establishing an independent Palestinian state. However, this vision is deemed impractical by the administration. The establishment of an independent Palestinian state is seen as an existential threat to Israel, making it unwilling to agree to such terms.

Escalating Tensions in Judea and Samaria: Hamas and Iran Fueling Unrest

16 January 2024

In recent times, there has been a noticeable surge in efforts by Iran and Hamas to incite Palestinians in Judea and Samaria, with the objective of provoking an armed intifada against Israel. Their tactics involve targeting Israelis on main roads and orchestrating attacks in settlements, aiming to cause harm and provoke significant unrest.

Evolution of Hamas’ Terrorist Strategy Post-Gaza War

14 January 2024

The conflict in Gaza has prompted a notable shift in Hamas’ terrorist strategy, expanding its operations globally. The recent elimination of the military leadership of Hamas in Lebanon by Israel revealed the extent of their terrorist infrastructures in Europe aimed at targeting Israeli and Jewish interests.

Yahya Sinwar is engaging in a public relations exercise

14 January 2024

Israel has informed families of abductees about Hamas agreeing to provide medicine in exchange for humanitarian aid. However, Israeli officials suspect this is a PR move by Sinwar to enhance Hamas’s image and influence the International Court of Justice’s decision in The Hague.

Reconsidering the Prospects of Israel-Saudi Arabia Normalization

13 January 2024

Amid ongoing conflicts in the Gaza Strip and along Israel’s border with Lebanon, diplomatic discussions between the US, Israel, and Saudi Arabia have resumed, aiming at a potential tripartite normalization agreement. However, several significant concerns surround this proposed deal, casting doubts on its potential benefits for Israel’s security.

UNRWA’s Alleged Connection to Terrorism in Gaza Strip

13 January 2024

The Israeli security establishment claims to possess evidence indicating UNRWA’s involvement in terrorist activities in the Gaza Strip, particularly in collaboration with Hamas. This purported connection raises serious concerns within the Israeli government.

The Complex Dynamics of Palestinian Support for Hamas

12 January 2024

Despite the extensive suffering endured by the residents of the Gaza Strip during the recent conflict and the significant casualties resulting from Hamas actions, a noteworthy portion of the population continues to express support for the group and its actions against Israeli settlements near Gaza. The palpable animosity towards Israel appears to be on the rise, emphasizing the need for Israel to attain its war objectives, secure future defense, and promptly withdraw from the hostile territory.

Shifting Strategies in the Gaza Conflict: IDF’s Third Phase

11 January 2024

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have entered the third phase of the conflict in the Gaza Strip, adapting their approach in alignment with the agreement reached with the Biden administration. The strategic shift involves establishing Israeli military control in the northern Gaza Strip while intensifying operations in the Khan Yunis area to weaken and defeat Hamas.

The successor of Saleh Al-Arouri

10 January 2024

The potential successor to Saleh al-Arouri in Hamas, according to estimates within the movement, is likely to be Zaher Al-Jabarin.

Yahya Sinwar’s Impact on Hamas Rule in Gaza

8 January 2024

It is widely perceived in Gaza that Yahya Sinwar’s recent offensive against Israel on October 7th, while seemingly powerful, has inadvertently accelerated the decline of Hamas rule in the Gaza Strip.