"Hamas's goal on October 7 was to drag Israel into a war of attrition" - Seth Frantzman
Israel: State of a Nation
Mideast analyst Seth Frantzman argues that the primary objective of Hamas's actions on October 7 was to engage Israel in a prolonged conflict designed to exhaust its resources and resolve. Frantzman suggests that this tactic aligns with Hamas's strategy to increase pressure on Israel by drawing it into a war of attrition, which historically aims to weaken an opponent through continuous losses in personnel and equipment. This analysis provides insight into the strategic considerations behind Hamas's military actions and the broader implications for Israeli national security and regional stability.