Opinion

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  The IDF freed 2 hostages — recovering the rest must be their top priority

  As questions mount over Israel's military strategy, the successful rescue is a reminder of what its true focus should be

  By Laura E. Adkins

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  Rafah was Gaza’s last safe zone. The Israeli assault will lead to a humanitarian disaster there

  Israel's military strategy in Gaza was always going to lead to a crisis in the south — and now it's here

  By Ahmed Fouad Alkhatib Feb 12, 2024 | 5 min read
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  How aid to Israel fell victim to the cult of Trump

  Once a 'third rail' for conservative politicians, voting down aid to Israel is now just another prop in the MAGA carnival

  By Jay Michaelson Feb 9, 2024 | 3 min read

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