One Year After Hamas Attack: Israel-Palestine Dynamics in 2024
- The Palestinian Authority is facing internal instability and a lack of public trust amid ongoing violence.
- Gaza is experiencing severe humanitarian crises, including food and water shortages.
- Despite expectations for change, the political landscape remains largely unchanged, with continued Israeli settlement expansion and limited international engagement.
In the aftermath of the Hamas attack on Israel on October 7, 2023, the political landscape in the region has remained largely unchanged despite expectations for significant shifts. The Palestinian Authority, struggling with internal instability and a lack of public trust, continues to face challenges from both Israeli military operations and militant resistance. Meanwhile, humanitarian conditions in Gaza have deteriorated, with severe shortages of food, water, and sanitation. As the conflict persists, Israel's government has shown a commitment to expanding settlements in the West Bank and maintaining military control over Palestinian territories, further complicating prospects for peace. The international community's response has been limited, with key regional players like Egypt and Saudi Arabia showing little interest in addressing the Palestinian issue, while Iran appears to favor the status quo. Overall, the anticipated changes in the political dynamics of the region have not materialized, leading to a continuation of longstanding issues and a lack of resolution for the ongoing conflict.