Former air force commander Shafir has cautioned that overtaking Gaza will not lead to the end of Hamas. He highlighted the severe consequences of such an operation, including significant casualties among both sides and civilians. Shafir questioned the feasibility of relocating a million people from Gaza without causing substantial loss of life, and noted that Hamas could continue to operate by blending in with the displaced population. He concluded that such actions would only result in the destruction of Gaza, without bringing the conflict to a close.