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The conflict also involves complicated regional politics and the influence of Iran and other actors sympathetic to Hamas. The possibility of an enduring ceasefire depends heavily on regional pressures, Arab states’ stance, and how effectively Israel can both diminish Hamas’s capabilities and assure long-term security.
U.S. Military Standards and Policy Discussions
An unexpected but significant part of the conversation revolved around the future of military standards and policies. During a recent gathering at Quantico, senior U.S. military officials emphasized the importance of maintaining rigorous physical and operational standards, opposing the trends of political correctness and divisiveness that threaten military readiness.