Executive Summary
This report analyses at the situation one year after the Hamas attacks on Israel, which occurred on October 7th, 2023. The report highlights the continuous risks in the area, such as the role of Hezbollah, Iran’s engagement, and the emergence of terrorist organisations like the Islamic State.
The ongoing tensions raise concerns about future escalations, with potential outcomes varying from diplomatic resolutions to large-scale warfare.
Based on public sources and earlier reports from SpecialEurasia, it covers the main events, highlighting Israel’s military actions, intelligence operations, and the wider effects on the Middle East.
Hamas-Israel Conflict and Middle East Geopolitics:
Background Information
On October 7th, 2023, Hamas launched a surprise attack against Israel, exposing significant gaps in Tel Aviv’s defence and intelligence systems. The attack resulted in the abduction of over 200 hostages and over 1,100 Israeli casualties. Consequently, Tel Aviv started a military operation in the Gaza Strip to rescue the hostages and dismantle Hamas and the Palestinian Islamic Jihad (PIJ).
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