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Israel vs Hamas: Military Capabilities and Asymmetric Warfare
With the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) now poised to launch a ground invasion of Gaza after Hamas militants struck Israel on October 7th, military capabilities of both sides will be tested in fierce urban warfare.
On paper, the battle is...
Military
How Hamas Was Able to Breach Israel’s Defenses
The assault by Hamas on Saturday against Israel was the worst lapse in the latter's defenses since the Yom Kippur War in 1973. Commenting on the assault, one Israeli military officer said, "This is our 9/11... they got us."
Despite...
Military
Gaza Rocket Lands Near Jerusalem
A rocket launched from Gaza landed on the outskirts of Jerusalem as confrontations continue between Israel and Palestinian militants. The fighting has been ongoing for four days.
Israel has claimed that it retaliated by striking positions used by the group...