Israel-Hamas War Marks 100 Days with No End in Sight

The conflict, sparked by a deadly attack from Hamas, has resulted in unprecedented destruction in Gaza and rising regional tensions.

The ongoing war between Israel and Hamas has now lasted for 100 days, making it the longest and deadliest conflict between Israel and the Palestinians since Israel’s establishment in 1948.
The war began in response to Hamas' unprecedented cross-border attack on October 7, which resulted in the deaths of approximately 1,200 people, mostly civilians, and the taking of 250 hostages.
Despite the destruction wrought upon Gaza and the loss of life, Hamas remains largely intact and the hostages remain in captivity, with the Israeli military predicting the war will continue throughout 2024.
The conflict has had significant regional impact, with tensions escalating between Israel and Hezbollah, and Iranian-backed militias attacking US targets in Syria and Iraq.
There is currently no clear plan for when the fighting will end or what will follow, with disagreements between Israel, Hamas, the US, and the international community on the future governance of Gaza and steps towards a two-state solution.