Opinion: As IDF ops in Gaza intensify, vast terror network primarily used for anti-Israel activities raises questions about awareness of locals and attitude toward Hamas' control and activities in their living spaces

Opinion: Hamas leader in Gaza believes international pressure could stop Israel's military offensive and refuses to proposed truce, prisoner release in exchange for freeing hostages

Analysis: Sinwar sees chance for leverage to maintain power, thus pushing back cease-fire and hostage release, meanwhile, missing Israeli demand for his rule's end and IDF's ongoing success in achieving its goals