Is Israel a terrorist state?

Israel faces accusations of state terrorism amid military operations in Gaza, Lebanon, and the West Bank, including high civilian casualties, infrastructure destruction, and targeted strikes criticized as unlawful by some observers and figures. Supporters argue these are defensive actions against groups like Hamas and Hezbollah, designated as terrorists by the UK, US, and EU, amid ongoing rocket attacks and regional threats. No government or international organization officially labels Israel a 'terrorist state,' though the phrase appears in public discourse.