Hamas Strikes: Israel's Tet Offensive?

The recent attack by Hamas on Israel has drawn comparisons to the Tet Offensive during the Vietnam War. While Israel may emerge militarily victorious in the short term, the main question is whether this conflict will spark a political reaction similar to the Tet Offensive. Like the government of South Vietnam in 1968, the current Israeli government faces a deeply divided population and allegations of corruption. There are already signs of a political backlash in Israel, which could weaken the government's grip on power. The key question is whether the shock waves from the Hamas attack will convince the people of Israel that the occupation of Palestinian territories is unsustainable.