Chertoff Group Senior Advisor General John Wharton (U.S. Army Ret.) talks with NewsNation host Nichole Berlie about the ongoing ceasefire and release of hostages in the Israel-Hamas war.
Wharton said Israel and the IDF have to be very careful now. They are trying to control the narrative in a complex operation and compressed area, which includes a dense urban and subterranean environment as well as asymmetric fighting.
Wharton explained the need for Israel to exercise more precision in strikes. World opinion is watching – you must minimize collateral damage and protect civilians.
In regard to negotiations, it is an all of the above approach with a focus on the cease fire and the hostage exchange and release.
Wharton stressed the importance of the civilian humanitarian crisis in regard to medical treatment, disease, water and electricity.
Watch the full interview.
General Wharton has over 30 years experience/involvement with the Middle East and Levant. He commanded two peacekeeping missions with Israel; as well as peacemaking; humanitarian support and Nation building.
