Answer: None of this would have taken place if at anytime within the last six months, Hamas laid down their arms and released all the hostages.
None of this could take place if Hamas did not commit mass murder and kidnapping of Israelis of all ages on Oct 7
None of this could take place if Hamas did not launch 5000 rockets into Israel civilian populated areas (not by accident) on Oct 7—— fortunately Israel has Iron Dome and an excellent early warning system of sirens, giving Israeli parents enough time to rush their children bunkers in most cases.
If not for Hamas’ actions and methods, all the good people of Gaza would be eating at their own tables and sleeping their own beds today.