Israeli General: Why hasn't "Hamas" been defeated after all the strikes it has received?

Israeli General Gershon Hacohen questioned why Hamas has not been defeated in the Gaza Strip despite the consecutive strikes it has endured over the past 22 months. In his article, he pointed out that the question at hand is: how has Hamas not been defeated after all these strikes?

Hacohen clarified that the discussion between the Chief of Staff and the Prime Minister boils down to a dilemma between two potential courses of action in the upcoming battle. The first is the complete occupation of the Gaza Strip, and the second is encircling Hamas's centers of power. However, neither course guarantees a quick end to the war.

Hacohen added that saying Hamas has nothing to lose is a partial explanation, emphasizing that a deeper interpretation requires looking at the strength of the Islamic faith that drives Hamas. This spiritual force is an essential part of the movement's motivation to continue resisting.

He noted that the occupying army demonstrates efficiency in physical operations, but it needs to understand how the spirit of war is formed among their enemies. This spirit is what makes Gaza a focal point of the regional war.

Hacohen pointed out that Hamas's leadership does not see their current situation as activating a self-destructive mechanism; rather, they consider their suffering a test of faith and a duty of sacrifice. This perspective strengthens their resolve to continue resisting.

He also mentioned that the contrasting image of the voices of distress from Israeli society enhances Hamas's hopes for victory. In this context, the occupying army must delve deeper into understanding the spiritual dimensions of war, not just the physical dimensions.

Hacohen concluded by emphasizing the need to change the Israeli mentality towards war, noting that this area has not been deeply explored by the leaders of the occupying state for generations, but it has now become essential.