Supporters of Israel's approach under Benjamin Netanyahu are celebrating what they see as a vindication of his hardline stance against Hamas following the October 7, 2023 massacre. Despite international protests and diplomatic efforts, Netanyahu prioritized military action to secure the release of Israeli hostages and to dismantle Hamas, resulting in significant losses for the group and the deaths of many hostages. The article criticizes European leaders for their perceived ineffectiveness, arguing that their calls for ceasefire and recognition of a Palestinian state have failed to bring peace and have instead emboldened extremists. The author contends that if Europe had dictated events, Hamas would remain powerful in Gaza, and the threat to Israel would be undiminished.

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