The High Stakes of the Twelve-Day War
Why Israel struck when it did, and how it avoided catastrophe.
July 2, 2025
The dangers of a cease-fire.
President Trump announced last night that a cease-fire in Gaza is imminent. If such an arrangement leaves Hamas in power, there will be serious dangers to Israel—although these are risks many Israelis are willing to take if the hostages are freed. But the dangers might be even greater for the people of Gaza. Moumen al-Natour explains:
Why Israel struck when it did, and how it avoided catastrophe.
The dangers of a cease-fire.
The misdeeds of Haaretz, and the failures of the IDF.
A key to maintaining religious freedom.
The motions of the moon.
President Trump announced last night that a cease-fire in Gaza is imminent. If such an arrangement leaves Hamas in power, there will be serious dangers to Israel—although these are risks many Israelis are willing to take if the hostages are freed. But the dangers might be even greater for the people of Gaza. Moumen al-Natour explains:
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