But Hamas at its "peak" pulled off a surprise attack that more damaged the psyche of Israel than presented any actual, existential threat. And they shot their shot, that attack won't ever be successful again.
I say that, because that's the key to the peace lasting at all. If Israel can just bulldoze Gaza whenever it "perceives" a serious terrorist threat or undergoes a notable terrorist attack, then there isn't much point in investing in a future for Gaza. Might as well move the people out and let the Kushner Trump Arab network have its way. Book a vacation someday.