Israel Announced a New Invasion of Gaza. Is It Bluffing?
New York TimesMAY 18
Hamas: Deal Reached With US Middle East Envoy on 'General Framework' for Ceasefire
Above: A displaced Palestinian man pulls a cart holding a parcel as he returns from an aid distribution center in Khan Younis in the southern Gaza Strip on May 28, 2025. Image copyright: Contributor/AFP via Getty Images
The Spin
Pro-establishment narrative
The return to war will not save the hostages. Furthermore, Israel's aid distribution plans are already proving to be ineffective and problematic. Allowing in a token amount of aid will not significantly improve the humanitarian situation. Indeed, both sides need to make concessions so that the ceasefire can be fully implemented and the hostages are returned.
Pro-Israel narrative
Israel has waited long enough for Hamas to release the hostages and has finally decided that enough is enough. As per the plan laid out by U.S. President Donald Trump, Israel will take control of Gaza and relocate its population for humanitarian purposes, as it would be cruel to force Gazans to live in the ruins of the strip. Furthermore, Israel will allow some aid into Gaza so that civilians get what they need without Hamas' intervention.
Pro-Palestine narrative
It's quite clear given the statements made by Israeli officials that the decision to allow a small amount of aid into Gaza is a cynical ploy to continue the genocide while preventing international intervention. Indeed, the GHF is an Israeli plot to selectively starve Palestinians and force their displacement. Trump, just like Biden, has lied about the war and has fully supported Israel as it continues its genocidal policies.