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Source: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/03/18/world/middleeast/israel-gaza-hamas-war.html
With Ceasefire Talks Stalled, Israel Puts War Back on the Table
(New York Times) Patrick Kingsley - Gaza ceasefire talks stalled because Hamas refused to release significant numbers of hostages unless Israel promised to permanently end the war - a commitment Israel would not make unless Hamas agreed to give up power in Gaza. Now, Israel has returned to war in an attempt to crush Hamas's hopes of retaining control of the territory. Israel's heavy aerial attacks on Tuesday stopped short of a ground invasion but could develop into one if Hamas refuses to give up control of Gaza. If Hamas doesn't show more flexibility, Israel could potentially capture large parts of the territory.