What Will Israel Do Now?
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Exploring Israel’s Potential Responses to Hamas’ Devastating Attack
The aftershocks of Hamas’ most lethal terror assault on Israel are palpable. The loss of life in this singular attack is nearly half of what the US endured on 9/11. But when you consider the relative population sizes, Israel’s suffering, on a per capita basis, eclipses that of the US’s darkest day.
As Israel grapples with this profound tragedy, the looming question remains: how will the nation respond? Here are a few potential strategies Israel might consider.
1. Comprehensive Demilitarization (The Germany 1945 Approach): Given the scale of the tragedy, Israel might opt for a comprehensive approach, mirroring post-WWII Germany’s demilitarization strategy.
- Firstly, the Gaza Strip could become methodically segmented and demilitarized.
- Secondly, residents biometrically identified to reduce Hamas’s influence over the population.
- Thirdly, stringent measures in place to deter any deviations from peace.
Map of the Middle East showing Israel, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Syria and Lebanon including Gaza, Golan Heights and West Bank.
2. Repopulation and Transformation (The Danzig 1945 Approach): This approach is about not just countering the immediate threat but reshaping the future landscape.
- As in COA-A, the Gaza Strip would undergo systematic segmentation and demilitarization.
- The primary difference lies in the focus on a humane repopulation strategy, drawing parallels to the transformation of Danzig post-WWII.
- Financial incentives could become introduced to facilitate migration. Furthermore, with the vision of a peaceful Israel-led future for Gaza.
3. Long-Term Preservation (The Carthage Approach): Taking a cue from historical measures, Israel might consider a strategy that embeds a lasting legacy. As a result, ensuring the horrors of this attack are never forgotten.
- Gaza would be methodically depopulated, but there would be no immediate Israeli settlement for at least 50 years.
- While key heritage sites could become preserved, most other structures could become razed to make way for nature reserves.
- Moreover, a reassessment of Gaza’s status might be on the cards in the distant future, possibly around 2073.
In conclusion, while these strategies might seem diverse, they all hinge on a common thread: ensuring that Israel’s future is one of peace, resilience, and remembrance. Lastly, the weight of the recent tragedy will undoubtedly influence the path chosen, but the spirit of the Israeli people will undeniably shape their nation’s destiny.
Written by CDR Salamander
Israel at night. NASA Earth Observatory – https://earthobservatory.nasa.gov/Features/NightLights/page3.php
