AZrailwhale
Diamond Member
There is no responsibility to use proportionate force. It’s a myth.No.
It means Hamas is directly responsible for initiating this conflict AND has a direct responsibility for civilian casualties due to what it did (knowing Israel would have to react strongly and the fact it embeds itself in civilian infrastructure).
But that doesn't absolve Israel's responsibility to use proportionate force and minimize civilian casualties and not exact collective punishment.
It would not end if Hamas surrendered because that wouldn't address the underlying issues rhat led up to this (on both sides). Also, appsrently, there are multiple militia groups holding hostages and no one knows where they are or what condition they are in.