Israeli Military’s Pause in Gaza Raises Questions About Humanitarian Strategy and America’s Role

The Israeli military has announced a tactical pause in hostilities for 10 hours each day in three densely populated areas of Gaza—Gaza City, Deir al-Balah, and Muwasi—to facilitate humanitarian aid deliveries. This move comes after months of heightened global scrutiny over the worsening humanitarian situation amid Israel's ongoing campaign against Hamas. At first glance, these pauses appear as a compassionate gesture by Israel to alleviate civilian suffering. But how much of this is genuine concern versus strategic calculation? After all, Israel faces relentless criticism internationally for its conduct in a war sparked by a brutal Hamas attack on October 7,...