Posted 1/19/2024, 10:23:00 PM
Israeli Leaders Divided on Path to End Hamas Conflict
- Israeli leadership is increasingly divided on best way to defeat Hamas after 100+ days of war
- Former IDF chief Eisenkot says ceasefire only way to ensure safe return of 130 hostages held by Hamas
- PM Netanyahu rejects ceasefire calls, vows "absolute victory," says hostages will only be freed through military action
- Eisenkot contradicts Netanyahu, says claims hostages can be freed without ceasefire "spread illusions"
- Questions whether Israel has achieved strategic gains against Hamas, says "We did not bring down Hamas"