It would be terrorism if they celebrated the civilian casualties and wished there were more.
If they could have executed this without a single civilian injury they definitely would have. I guess intent is what makes it terrorism vs war in my mind.
Its no surprise you get ever more right leaning politicians into the office.
Israeli voters already tried the left dove approaches, resulting in suicide campaigns lasting over 100 days.
It would be crazy to stick with carrot when you are only getting hit with a stick.
The sad truth is political class of both sides has vested interest in prolonging the conflict.
Especially Palestinians ruled by terrorist org openly proclaiming they are only interested in 'wiping the jews out'.
> If they could have executed this without a single civilian injury they definitely would have.
Why do you think that?
Look at what the leadership of the Israel government is saying when they aren't placating western audiences / media outlets:
Cabinet Member May Golan: "Proud of the ruins of Gaza" ( https://www.palestinechronicle.com/i-am-proud-of-the-ruins-o... )
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich: Starving 2 million Gazans to death is right and moral but the world won't let us ( https://www.haaretz.com/israel-news/2024-08-05/ty-article/is... )
Minister of National Security Ben Gvir: We should tear down the Al-Aqsa Mosque and build a synagogue in its place ( https://www.france24.com/en/live-news/20240826-israel-minist... )