First, Israel, which gained momentum, what next? ... Concerned about "lack of a long-term strategy."

Although Israel has gained momentum in the war in the Middle East, which is showing signs of escalation, there are concerns that there is a lack of long-term strategies, including ending the conflict.

The Washington Post (WP) said, "Israel is definitely winning the battle of revenge, which solidifies the political position of Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu."

However, "there is a widespread opinion among experts that it is unclear what changes such a victory will bring, and that it is unlikely to end conflicts of interest," he said.

"It is unclear whether Israel's military success will lead to the goal of retaking northern Israel that they are ostensibly advocating," said Aaron David Miller, a Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, pointing to the lack of strategy in the ongoing indiscriminate fighting.

"Hamas' military organization has broken down, Hezbollah has become hollow," Miller said, adding that "the balance has shifted, and there is no doubt that war will continue.""There is a definite Israeli strategy in attacking Hezbollah," said a U.S. official who spoke on condition of

. "But it doesn't seem clear what's next and how to achieve it."

In reflection of this atmosphere, some analysts say that Israel can take more sophisticated measures in response to Iran, apart from its belligerent rhetoric, without triggering an Iranian retribution.