International organizations say that the Israeli government insists on them buying baby formula through it and paying customs duty – leaving much aid stuck outside Gaza. Israel denies the allegations, but according to UNRWA, the percentage of Gazan children suffering from malnourishment has doubled since March

The Israeli prime minister is aware of the changing sentiment regarding Gaza, but is looking for a solution that will bypass his difficult base and not dismantle his coalition ■ The Knesset's summer recess could pave the way for a dream scenario for him

At the end of Netanyahu's weeklong visit to the United States, two things are clear: the war in Gaza has no purpose and the prime minister isn't pushing for a deal ■ Recent wars show that the IDF's entire understanding of the concept of 'deterrence' is fundamentally flawed and must be revamped