Yoni Ben Menachem's Blog - נושא: Israel

A new organization has emerged in the Gaza Strip, advocating against Hamas.

25 February 2024

Residents have initiated demonstrations across various locations in the Gaza Strip, denouncing the leadership of Hamas for the profound suffering inflicted upon the Gazan population.
The Hamas leadership is apprehensive that these protests might escalate and spread throughout the Gaza Strip. Consequently, they have instructed their operatives to quell the demonstrators through force.

Saudi Arabia Aligns with the PA, Sets Preconditions for Normalization with Israel

23 February 2024

Recent developments in the Gaza Strip conflict have spurred a significant shift in Saudi Arabia’s approach to the normalization agreement with Israel, with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman adopting a more rigid stance.

Egypt Likely to Deny Asylum for Yahya Sinwar, Hamas Military Leadership

19 February 2024

Israeli security officials anticipate that Egypt will refuse refuge to Yahya Sinwar and the top military echelons of Hamas within its borders. Under intense pressure, Hamas attempts to discredit a video released by the IDF spokesperson, depicting Yahya Sinwar and his family in the Khan Yunis tunnels.

Yahya Sinwar is on the run

16 February 2024

Yahya Sinwar, the leader of Hamas in Gaza, is currently evading capture, possibly seeking refuge in the Rafah area. It is imperative for the IDF to take control of Rafah promptly to enhance efforts to locate him.

The Illusion of Reforms in the Palestinian Authority

13 February 2024

The Palestinian Authority (PA) recently announced reforms to its governing mechanisms, purportedly in response to the Biden administration’s request.
However, these changes appear to be merely cosmetic, casting doubt on the viability of the Biden administration’s vision for a “Revitalized PA.”

Why is the Delay in Eliminating Hamas Leaders Abroad?

11 February 2024

The elimination of Hamas leaders abroad is deemed essential to impede the organization’s resurgence in the Gaza Strip and sever its ties with Iran. However, this process faces delays due to various security concerns. Nonetheless, Israel remains resolute in its commitment to complete this task.

Yahya Sinwar is working to fulfill Sheikh Ahmed Yassin’s vision

6 February 2024

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Yahya Sinwar is perceived as actively pursuing Sheikh Ahmed Yassin’s goal of dismantling Israel by the year 2027. Sinwar envisions himself as a significant Muslim figure who will bring honor to the Muslim nation by defeating Israel.

Heading Towards a War of Attrition in the Gaza Strip

31 January 2024

The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have outlined their intention to occupy the entirety of the Gaza Strip, even if a new agreement is reached regarding the release of hostages, with the goal of dismantling Hamas’ rule. Anticipated to be a protracted conflict lasting at least a year, the IDF envisions a war of attrition aimed at disarming the Gaza Strip.

Egypt’s Concerns Over the Strengthening of the “Muslim Brotherhood” Movement

28 January 2024

The Egyptian government is apprehensive about the potential reinforcement of the “Muslim Brotherhood” movement within the country, particularly amidst the ongoing conflict in the Gaza Strip.

The Rejected Proposal: Deportation of Hamas Military Leaders

25 January 2024

Yahya Sinwar and Muhammad Def recently declined Israel’s proposal to deport the military elite of Hamas from the Gaza Strip as part of a deal for the release of abductees and the cessation of hostilities. This refusal, driven by various factors, reflects a complex web of political and ideological considerations.