Israel (now broader Mid East discussion)

What I don’t understand is how anyone can vilify the IDF for civilian casualties when it’s Hamas, Hezbollah, et. al. that embed themselves within said civilian population and civilian infrastructure.
Well, I can certainly understand it. I don't believe Bibi to be a good faith actor in all of this. The hostages are secondary to his desire to hold on to power and his response vis a vis the military seizing Gaza and areas north bear that out. No question Hamas et al bear the brunt of the blame for the October 7th massacre and their refusal to return the hostages is a legitimate cause for a severe response, but the fact of the matter is the IDF has killed a lot people, unfortunately too many innocents caught in the crossfire. The ones embedded in the civilian population rightfully are the ones most responsible for those deaths, but Israel does bear significant responsibility as well.
Furthermore, a poll published by the Ramallah-based non-profit Palestinian Center for Policy and Survey Research in March 2024, showed 71% of Palestinians supported the October 7 attack…you reap what you sow.
Oh no doubt. But I would also just say most there probably don't feel safe saying anything negative about Hamas for obvious reasons. That may be changing to some degree though.