Revelation of a Hamas coup planned against Mahmoud Abbas and preconditions on aid may further isolate the terrorist group, even as it resumes fighting.

Hamas may have restarted a war that it can’t win, as Egypt works with Israel to crush it.

Hamas’ PR strategy can only work if international news media follows the script, whether willingly or under coercion.

Many wars are fought over accidents and misunderstandings. This is not one of those times. With key interests at stake, the conflict in Gaza is likely to continue.