The Briefing Room What was Hamas thinking?
Oct 12, 2023
The podcast explores Hamas's deadly attack on Israel, discussing its motivations and consequences. It examines the emergence and rise of Hamas as a counterbalance to the PLO, its leadership and organization, and the failures and challenges in Israel's Gaza operation. The alternative to destroying Hamas through invasion and occupation is also discussed, along with the recent changes in the Israeli government and the formation of a war management cabinet.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
The Emergence and Rise of Hamas
01:50 • 5min
Leadership and Organization of Hamas
06:20 • 14min
Comparing the Yom Kippur War and Recent Conflict in Israel
19:52 • 2min
Failures and Challenges in Israel's Gaza Operation
21:52 • 4min
The Alternative to Destroying Hamas
25:33 • 2min
Israeli Government Changes and Formation of War Management Cabinet
27:44 • 11min