\n\nThe current Israeli Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, indicated last Sunday that the war waged by Israel against the Hamas has Gaza would continue as long as the Israeli army had not achieved its objective ofeliminate the activist group.\n\n
Objective of the “just war” according to Netanyahu
\n\nNetanyahu said the aim of this “just war” was above all to ensure the protection of the Israeli population against Hamas attacks. According to him, it is imperative for Israel to continue defending its citizens, even if this means continuing the offensive on Gaza territory.\n\n
Netanyahu’s illiteration of the justice of this war
\n\nAccording to Netanyahu, this war is just because Israel has a duty to defend itself. He recalls that Hamas attacks against Israel began well before this military operation, and that the Israeli people have the right to live without the threat of rockets fired by Hamas.\n\n
Response to the international community
\n\nIn response to international calls for a ceasefire, Netanyahu remains adamant. According to him, Israel will continue its offensive until Hamas is completely routed.\n\n“Our campaign in Gaza continues,” declared the Israeli Prime Minister. “It is not finished. We will achieve our goal, which is to restore peace and security to you, citizens of Israel.”\n\n
Reactions within the Palestinian community
\n\nOn the Palestinian side, Netanyahu's statement was received with distrust. Hamas spokesman rejected the idea that their group could be eliminated , affirming that the resistance will never end.\n\nThis conflict, combined with the Israeli occupation, has already taken a heavy toll on the Palestinian population of Gaza. Peace talks still seem a distant goal, and until a two-state solution is seriously considered, the cycle of violence is likely to continue. \n\n
