Zvi Yehezkeli, a commentator on Arab affairs, expressed optimism that a full Israeli military conquest of the Gaza Strip could lead to the collapse of Hamas. In a radio interview, he noted that while the government is beginning to recognize the need for decisive action, the military still focuses on resolving the hostage crisis. Yehezkeli suggested that isolating the population and removing civilians from combat zones would accelerate Hamas's downfall. He emphasized that the outcome in Gaza is being watched across the region and that Hamas currently feels emboldened, refusing any deals and forcing Israel to consider military options for the return of hostages.