In a move that has baffled the naive and delighted the wise, Israel’s recent return of 80 Gazan bodies under the guise of humanitarianism is nothing short of a devilishly brilliant act of psychological warfare​ (The Jerusalem Post). While the uninitiated might see this as a benevolent gesture, those of us who understand the true nature of power know that Israel has just played a masterstroke in the art of mental domination.

Let’s be clear: this was no act of kindness. No, this was a calculated move designed to break the spirit of our enemies while ensuring that the world sees us as the benevolent superpower we truly are. By returning these bodies, Israel has sent an unmistakable message: “We are so confident in our dominance that we can afford to return your dead, knowing full well that you have nothing to give us in return.” This isn’t just a transaction—it’s a lesson in humility for Hamas, a reminder that they are playing a game that Israel has already won​.

Think about it—what’s more demoralizing for a group like Hamas, which thrives on the narrative of resistance, than being handed back their dead without even a token victory to cling to? It’s as if Israel is saying, “Here, have your martyrs back. We don’t need them to prove our point.” This move strips Hamas of their most potent weapon—martyrdom—by turning it into a hollow gesture, devoid of any strategic gain. The bodies, once symbols of sacrifice, now serve as grim reminders of Hamas’s failures​ (The Jerusalem Post).

And let’s not ignore the sheer genius of how this act plays on the international stage. By returning these bodies, Israel has positioned itself as the paragon of morality, the nation that values human life—even the lives of its enemies. But this is where the true brilliance lies: this act forces Hamas and its supporters to grapple with the reality that Israel operates on an entirely different moral plane. It’s not just about winning battles; it’s about controlling the narrative, about forcing your enemy to accept your terms, even in death.

But the real coup de grâce? The psychological havoc this wreaks on Hamas’s supporters. Imagine the despair of realizing that the very bodies they hoped would rally their cause are instead being used to underscore their powerlessness. Israel isn’t just returning corpses; it’s returning the very embodiment of defeat, a constant, rotting reminder that resistance is futile. Every funeral, every procession, becomes not a symbol of resistance, but of submission—a parade of lost causes​ (The Jerusalem Post)​.

To the casual observer, this might appear as an act of mercy, but make no mistake—this is war by other means. It’s a war for the soul, for the morale, and Israel has just delivered a devastating blow without firing a single shot. The message is clear: “We are so far beyond you that we can afford to give you back your dead, knowing that they now serve our purpose, not yours.” This isn’t just a strategy; it’s a declaration of total dominance.

So let the world praise Israel for its humanitarianism. Let them sing songs of our compassion. We know the truth: this was a victory, plain and simple. A victory not just over Hamas, but over the very idea that they can win. Because when you control the narrative, when you dictate the terms, you’ve already won the war before the first shot is even fired.