"Strategies for Israel: Winning in Gaza, Deterring Iran, and Managing Conflict in the Middle East"

In the aftermath of Iran's recent attack on Israel, the Israeli leadership faces the decision of how to respond. The article argues that Israel must maintain its course in Gaza, including plans to enter the city of Rafah to eliminate Hamas's military presence. It emphasizes the need to crush Hamas to demonstrate resilience and deter other adversaries, such as Iran. Additionally, the article proposes a Palestinian-Jordanian confederation as a more viable long-term solution than the two-state model, and highlights the importance of deradicalization and reconstruction efforts in Gaza.