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Hamas' Seizure of Power in Gaza
This chapter discusses how Hamas came to seize control of Gaza through an election in 2006. It explores the context of the Palestinian-Israeli struggle and the reasons behind the support for Hamas. The chapter also touches upon the concerns of American diplomats regarding the readiness of Gaza for free and fair elections. It concludes by mentioning how the Palestinian Authority under Mahmoud Abbas undermined Hamas' pursuit of power in the West Bank and Gaza.
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