Tensions continue to rise as the Middle East suffers the consequences of the deadliest attack in Israel's history 100 days ago. The assault by Hamas gunmen broke out of Gaza, leaving thousands of Palestinians and Israelis dead and countless more wounded. The trauma of the war is deepening hostility and mistrust between the two sides and is likely to last for years. The shocking violence and destruction have led to a dire humanitarian crisis in Gaza, as hospitals are destroyed and hunger threatens the lives of countless civilians.

Efforts to agree on a ceasefire have so far failed, with world opinion shocked and bitter demonstrations taking place globally. The United States and other powers are calling for the creation of an independent Palestinian state after the war, but Israel's government is slow to respond. Meanwhile, Iran, which backs Hamas, has refrained from direct action, but tensions continue to rise with other Iran-backed movements causing turmoil in the region.

As the war continues, it imposes an increasing strain on the economy and the Israeli army. While calls for an end to the fighting grow, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has shown no sign of relenting, vowing to continue until "total victory." The future of Gaza remains uncertain, and the threat of a wider, more unpredictable conflict looms over the entire region.