Two decades later, the debate continues to rage. This year marks 20 years since Israel’s withdrawal from the Gaza Strip — a decision that remains one of the most divisive in the nation’s history. For many, the Gush Katif evacuation is an open wound. For others, it was a necessary step.

But after the horrors of October 7, new questions have surfaced:
Did leaving Gaza bring peace or war? Could things have been different? And what does it mean for Israel’s future strategy?