Jerusalem Post: Delay in Israel ground attack to to various reasons

<p>According to the Jerusalem Post, The IDF's (Israeli Defense Forces) planned invasion of Gaza, initially expected on Friday or Saturday, has been delayed for several reasons.</p><ul><li>Concerns have arisen that Hezbollah might wait until most IDF ground forces are in Gaza before opening a front in the north.</li><li>The delay also reflects a recognition of the IDF's limited experience in large-scale ground operations and the need for careful planning.</li><li>Other factors contributing to the delay include US pressure to avoid civilian casualties, concerns about Israeli hostages, and the need for Palestinian evacuations.</li><li>Strong US and international support for Israel has provided more time for planning.</li><li>However, there is a risk that leaders may misjudge the time, as civilian casualties increase, potentially leading to international pressure to halt the invasion.</li><li>Additionally, there is no clear plan for Gaza's future after Hamas, adding complexity to the situation.</li><li>The delay could either result in a more effective invasion plan or be viewed as a missed opportunity to change the Gaza reality and prevent future Hamas attacks.</li></ul><p>Meanwhile, the head of Hama's Diaspora office says:</p><ul><li>There are 6K prisoners and Israel prisons that we want freed in exchange for Israeli captives</li><li>Says that Lebanon's Hezbollah thankfully takes steps, but the battle needs more</li></ul>

This article was written by Greg Michalowski at www.forexlive.com.