Israel escalates military operations against Hamas after failed hostage negotiations; IDF launches major air offensive "Strength and Sword," targeting senior Hamas leaders. Palestinian sources report hundreds of casualties, though exact numbers remain unverified, and chaos ensues as civilians attempt to flee, highlighting Hamas's failure to protect them. Regionally, tensions spike with U.S. engagement against Iranian-backed targets, and political shifts occur within Israel's government. This entire conflict could have ended early if Hamas had accepted reasonable offers for hostage release, underscoring the urgent need for decisive action to ensure their safe return.

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