And therein lies a huge part of the problem. Israel’s official policies towards the Palestinian people residing in Gaza has been one of oppressing the general population. When that happens, people see Israel as an oppressor and Hamas can seize upon that and effectively use propaganda to influence Gazans. People that were pretty normal people get radicalized because they think Hamas will solve their problems when, in reality, we know that not to be the case.
Hamas is a terrorist organization that invites and incites violence and by inciting violence on 10/7, invited violence upon Gazans. Now Gazans have been enduring bombs raining down on their heads, being forced from their homes, being denied food and healthcare for more than 6 months. Do you think Gazans are looking around and thinking “Praise Allah, Israel is here to save us?” Of course not, it just further radicalizes the populace and around and around we go.
Continuing to do the same shit on repeat doesn’t and will never work. Continuing with a failed policy only leads to death and suffering on both sides.