Before the war broke out on October 7, Israel’s military, the IDF, estimated that Hamas had 30,000 fighters in Gaza. In the latest statement from the IDF, they claim that 13,000 of these have been killed.
– It is clear that you have been weakened militarily, but that does not mean that you are completely eliminated and that is why Israel continues the offensive.
War between Israel and Hamas
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Here, pro-Palestinian Ebba Busch interrupts during question time in Gothenburg
There is public support
At the same time, there are several difficulties for Israel to achieve its goal of wiping out Hamas. Among other things, the fact that many leaders live abroad, and the fact that regardless of capacity, they have support among followers.
– It is difficult to remove an organization with popular support, and there is support in the West Bank and in many Arab countries, says Michael Schulz, professor of peace and development research at the University of Gothenburg.
Over 33,000 civilians have been killed in the war and nearly two million people are displaced, according to the Gaza Ministry of Health.
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