Explore Hamas' capabilities post-war, including armed battles and governing challenges. Discuss the impact of Israeli actions on Hamas, control over civilian life, and perception by Palestinians. Dive into future scenarios and diverse assessments of Hamas in Gaza.
Hamas' ability to govern Gaza while engaging in military actions remains resilient despite Israeli attacks.
Hamas maintains a narrative of resistance and sacrifice, making it challenging for Israel to fully defeat through prolonged occupation.
Deep dives
Analysis of Hamas Battlefronts and Strategy
After almost eight months of conflict, Hamas faces challenges on multiple fronts. While Israel has inflicted damage on Hamas infrastructure, the organization's ability to govern Gaza alongside controlling military actions remains significant. Despite lesser rocket launches into Israel and multiple tunnel destructions, Hamas still retains an active combatant force. The situation indicates a complex interplay between military engagements, governance struggles, and the lasting implications of the conflict.
Hamas's image and Political Maneuvering
In terms of the narrative battlefield, Hamas projects itself as a resilient force amid international diplomatic recognition. Despite accusations of manipulating civilian populations and exploiting casualties for international sympathy, Hamas maintains a narrative of resistance and sacrifice. Prolonged occupation of Gaza is seen as a challenging route for Israel to fully defeat Hamas, pushing for negotiation strategies and potential agreements to address the ongoing conflict.
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Assessing Hamas's Capability and Strategy Post-War
Nearly eight months ago, Israel reacted to the attacks of October 7th by invading Gaza with the goal of destroying Hamas. Our correspondent in Tel Aviv examines how close they are to achieving that goal but looking at Hamas' capability on three fronts: on the battlefield, in continuing to govern and controlling the narrative.