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The context of this historic day is rooted in the brutal attacks Hamas launched two years prior, on October 7, 2023. That day marked a terrorist incursion into Israeli territory, where fighters targeted civilians, military personnel, and children with barbaric acts including slaughter, kidnapping, and atrocities that shocked the world. The conflict that ensued has taken a heavy toll, with Israel retaliating extensively, leveling parts of Gaza, and striving to dismantle Hamas’ operational capabilities.
While Israel’s military actions have been swift and targeted, the devastation inflicted has raised international concerns over the civilian toll and the complexity of achieving lasting peace in the region.