Israel’s former head of military intelligence is urging Israel’s leadership, including Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, to strike a hostage deal that includes an indefinite ceasefire and work with a reformed Palestinian Authority to restore order in Gaza.
Tamir Hayman, who now heads the Institute for National Security Studies (INSS) in Tel Aviv, emphasized the risks of falling into a perpetual war of attrition with its neighbors if decisive action is not taken. Hayman presented a roadmap for the post-war scenario, highlighting the importance of avoiding a situation where Gaza is left under Hamas rule or vulnerable to power struggles among armed groups.
