The Intelligence from The Economist

Strike repose: Hamas sits out Gaza violence

Aug 9, 2022
Greg Karlstrom, Middle East correspondent for The Economist, discusses the surprising ceasefire dynamics in Gaza and why Hamas chose not to engage amidst recent violence. Vingeru Mkandawire, a business affairs writer, highlights Generation Z's demand for more flexibility and competitive salaries in the evolving job market. The conversation also touches on the influence of the pandemic on employment trends, and a reflective segment on the life and legacy of poet Philip Larkin, showcasing his unique poetic insights.
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INSIGHT

Hamas Sits Out Gaza Violence

  • A ceasefire between Israel and Palestinian militants is holding after a weekend of deadly strikes in Gaza.
  • Hamas, the Palestinian movement that controls Gaza, did not participate in the latest conflict.
ANECDOTE

Escalation in Gaza

  • The violence began after Israel arrested an Islamic Jihad commander, followed by the assassination of another commander in Gaza.
  • This triggered rocket fire from Gaza into Israel, causing numerous casualties, primarily Palestinian.
INSIGHT

Understanding Islamic Jihad

  • Palestinian Islamic Jihad (PIJ) is the second-largest militant group in Gaza after Hamas.
  • Though both are Islamist factions, PIJ is more closely aligned with Iran and operates outside the governing system.
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