Why Hamas Bombed The Hospital
“All warfare is based on deception. Hence, when we are able to attack, we must seem unable; when using our forces, we must appear inactive.”
— Sun Tzu
I don’t trust coincidences.
On October 17th, 2023, the Palestinian Authority condemned Israel for the bombing of a leading hospital in central Gaza. Despite a lack of evidence, the case seemed clear even to the higher-ups in geopolitics, such as UN Human Rights Chief Volker Turk,
“Words fail me. Tonight, hundreds of people were killed — horrifically — in a massive strike at Al Ahli Arab Hospital in Gaza City, including patients, healthcare workers, and families that had been seeking refuge in and around the hospital.”
The blame spread throughout the Western world and the Arab diaspora — on Israel:
According to the Palestinian Ministry of Health, which is run by Hamas, “at least 500 Palestinians were killed, although teleSUR’s Middle East correspondent, Hisham Wannous, updated the death toll to more than 750 civilians.”
Not to be outdone, the UN Secretary-General weighed in:
All we know from eyewitness reports is that a rocket hit the hospital, with a vast explosion ripping through its premises, the only evidence available. Yet, amid a chaotic war, the perp was seen as clear and present, and dangerous: Israel. No thought was given to duplicity, accident, or mystery.
We know the where, when, what and how of the case, but not the third critical element of detective work, the who. For that we turn to the mystery thriller famous threesome: motive, means, and opportunity.
The only missing element is motive.
So I ask, what better way to derail President Biden/Prince MBS/King Hussein’s peacemaking efforts in Palestine than to bomb a hospital the day before a historic visit which would solidify Saudi and Jordan’s leadership in the Middle East?
The answer is obvious — Iran through it’s proxy, Hamas — perpetrated this utterly outrageous act of barbarity on its own people.
Fact pattern:
Israel’s Targeted Weapons of War: Israel has a long history of using targeted precision weapons in its military operations. These weapons are often employed to minimize collateral damage and civilian casualties. Israel’s use of precision-guided munitions and advanced technology is aimed at specific military targets, such as Hamas infrastructure and rocket launch sites, rather than indiscriminate attacks.
Hamas and Gaza’s Failed Rocket Launches: Hamas, an Islamist Palestinian organization, has frequently fired rockets into Israel from the Gaza Strip. These rocket attacks have been a source of tension and conflict in the region. While Hamas has launched numerous rockets, Israel’s Iron Dome defense system has intercepted many of them. Some rockets have also fallen short and landed within Gaza, causing harm to Palestinians.
Saudi Arabia and Jordan’s Role in Leadership in the Arab World: Saudi Arabia and Jordan both play significant roles in the Arab world, albeit with different approaches and roles. Saudi Arabia is a regional powerhouse due to its vast oil wealth and because it is home to two of the holiest sites in Islam. It has a substantial influence on Arab politics and diplomacy. Conversely, Jordan has historically played a more moderate and stabilizing role in the region. King Abdullah II of Jordan has been involved in regional diplomacy and has advocated for a peaceful resolution to conflicts, including the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Iran’s Hope to Displace Saudi Arabia: Iran and Saudi Arabia are regional rivals with differing political, religious, and strategic agendas. Iran has ambitions to increase its influence in the Middle East and has sought to challenge Saudi Arabia’s leadership in the Muslim world. Iran has pursued this goal through various means, including supporting proxy groups and engaging in regional conflicts.
