Learn what the war may mean for Israel and the region.
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Israel’s War With Hamas

Israel’s War With Hamas

Over a thousand Israelis and Palestinians are dead after the stunning surprise attack on Israel by the militant group Hamas. Dozens of Israelis have been taken captive.

As Israel responds, CFR experts provide their analysis on what might be next.

 

Learn more about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and Hamas from CFR, its fellows, and Foreign Affairs.

Learn more about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict

A Wider Mideast War Is Feared

Steven Cook

The stunning assault by Gaza militants on Israel will trigger massive retaliation from Israeli forces and likely have region-wide security repercussions. Read more

Objects burn on a road after rockets were launched from the Gaza Strip, in Ashkelon, Israel.

“I Fear that Hamas’s Intention Is to Get Israel to Retaliate Massively”

A Conversation With Martin Indyk

Martin Indyk, a CFR distinguished fellow and former U.S. ambassador to Israel, explains what the attack means for Israel. Read more in Foreign Affairs

A high-rise tower hit by Israeli forces in Gaza City, October 2023

Israel’s War on Hamas: What to Know

Bruce Hoffman

Israel will seek to eliminate the threat of Hamas, but its campaign could draw in other adversaries. Learn how Israel will respond

A missile explodes in Gaza City during an Israeli air strike.

This Is Israel’s 9/11

Max Boot

The consequences will be dangerous—and unforeseeable. Read more in the Washington Post

An Israeli strike destroys the Palestine Tower in the Gaza Strip on Saturday.

Iran’s Support Against Israel Bolsters Hamas

Ray Takeyh

Iran’s backing of Hamas and Hezbollah has increased pressure on Israel, threatening escalation of the shadow war between the two countries. Read more

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei speaks during a meeting with the guests of the Islamic Unity Conference in Tehran.

Virtual Media Briefing: Hamas Attacks on Israel

CFR President Mike Froman and CFR experts discussed the implications on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and U.S. policy in the Middle East. Watch the video

Watch a CFR Virtual Media Briefing

What the Hamas Attack Signals for the Israel-Palestine Conflict

An unprecedented attack suggests Iranian involvement, says CFR Senior Fellow Steven Cook. Watch the short video on YouTube

Watch CFR Senior Fellow Steven Cook

Uncover the history of the conflict on the Global Conflict Tracker, learn about the militant group Hamas, and follow our continuing coverage of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

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