Hamas Continues the ‘Trickle’ Strategy

At the beginning of the current ceasefire in Gaza, I predicted that Hamas would employ a “trickle” strategy of releasing hostages, dragging the process out for as long as possible. Their motivation was obvious, but Israel was left without other viable options under the circumstances. That strategy continues today, as Hamas released another list of twelve hostages being released in exchange for 30 Palestinian prisoners and another extension of the truce. The hostages being released include 10 Israelis and two Thai citizens. This is obviously welcome news to be celebrated, but Israel still has to be looking at the long game, realizing that this process can’t be allowed to drag out forever. (NY Post)Read More