A report by Foreign Affairs Magazine, authored by Robert A. Pape, highlights that there is no military-only solution to defeat Hamas. Despite nine months of war, Hamas remains strong and has gained increased support among Palestinians. Before October 7, Hamas was in decline as a political force, but the war has led to a surge in Palestinian support for the group, negatively impacting Israel's security. The Israeli offensive in Gaza has not weakened Hamas; instead, it has bolstered support for the militant group across Palestinian society. The report was discussed on June 23 and June 24.
The Israeli offensive in Gaza is not turning Palestinians against Hamas, writes @ProfessorPape. Instead, Israel’s heavy military campaign has only strengthened support for the militant group across Palestinian society. https://t.co/aqeWiPU9Gl
"Hamas Is Winning Why Israel’s Failing Strategy Makes Its Enemy Stronger" By Robert A. Pape https://t.co/uUALQXVU1z
“On virtually every measure, Hamas has more support among Palestinians today than before October 7.” Read @ProfessorPape on how Hamas is capitalizing on the war in Gaza: https://t.co/d9bewPyiSM
Top U.S. magazine says #Hamas gained strength & support despite war | Watch https://t.co/uFq7tHsOD0
“Before October 7, Hamas had plateaued as a political force and, if anything, was in decline,” writes @ProfessorPape. “After October 7, Palestinian support for Hamas has surged, to the detriment of Israel’s security.” https://t.co/swx76eik8e
"US Foreign Affairs Magazine has confirmed in a report that it is time to recognize the stark reality: "there is no military-only solution to defeat Hamas", adding that “Hamas is neither defeated nor on the verge of defeat.” After nine months of gruelling war, “Hamas is stronger… https://t.co/ElADHwSLwN