Terrorism and the Road to War
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Hamas's Rise and the 2006 Elections
The chapter discusses the 2006 elections in Palestine, specifically focusing on the rise of Hamas and the reasons behind their win. It explores the corruption allegations made by Hamas against the ruling party, Fatah, and the contrasting image of Mahmoud Abbas as a more moderate leader. The chapter also highlights the mistake of allowing the elections to happen, considering the potential implications of Hamas winning and the subsequent political crisis that would arise.
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