Israel’s handling of trapped Rafah terrorists will signal to regional powers whether it remains committed to dismantling terror infrastructure or accepts cosmetic fixes.

Success in the Gaza Strip could shake Hezbollah chief Hassan Nasrallah’s confidence and demonstrate the consequences of war with Israel.

The deadlock in negotiations for the release of Israeli captives, coupled with American accusations against the group, has paved the way for the offensive.

Constraints imposed by the US will prolong the conflict, which is something Washington doesn’t want.

The strike on PIJ terrorists in Gaza bolstered Israeli deterrence and showed that Israel’s domestic strife won’t impact its national security.

Israel appreciates American efforts to bring Middle East peace, but they are not compensation for a deal that could pave Iran’s way to a nuclear weapon.