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Israel's Endgame in Gaza: A Tale of Peacekeepers, DMZs, and Lawn Mowers - William Spaniel [View all]
After a brief period of preparation, the Israeli army has entered the Gaza Strip. But what is their endgame? This video looks at three components of what Israel may be planning, what they might do to resolve Hamas's ability to conduct surprise attacks, and where those solutions may fall short. Also: the world's most dangerous golf course and Easter egg hunt.
0:00 Why Endgames Are Important
1:34 The Current Tactical Situation
4:17 First Strike Advantages and Preemptive War
5:50 Mowing the Grass
8:32 Peacekeeping Missions
10:47 Demilitarized Zones
13:39 Problems with Demilitarized Zones
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