Netanyahu says ‘victory' over Hamas is in sight. The data tells a different story

Nearly half of Hamas’ military battalions in northern and central Gaza have rebuilt some of their fighting capabilities despite more than nine months of Israel’s offensive. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has repeatedly stated that Israeli forces are close to eliminating Hamas and destroying its military capabilities. However, analyses of Hamas’ military operations suggest otherwise. Hamas has effectively used limited resources on the ground to make a comeback in key areas cleared by the Israeli military. The group appears ready and willing to fight. The Israel Defense Forces and Israeli Prime Minister’s Office have not commented on these findings.