Analysis
Palestinian Authority's Engagement with Hamas: Implications for Gaza's Future
Gatestone
10.11.24
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By hailing as a _great leader_ the late Ismail Haniyeh, head of the political bureau of the Iran-backed Palestinian terrorist group Hamas, Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas and his cohorts are sending a message to all Palestinians that the mur, From Gatestone Website
The article "Hamas Must Be Defeated, Not Legitimized" by Khaled Abu Toameh presents several key arguments:
Hamas's Role in Gaza: Allowing Hamas any governance role in Gaza post-conflict would enable the group to rearm and potentially orchestrate future attacks similar to those on October 7, 2023.
Palestinian Authority's Engagement: Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas's negotiations with Hamas inadvertently legitimize the group, signaling acceptance of their actions and undermining efforts to combat terrorism.
Historical Consequences: Since Hamas's takeover of Gaza in 2007, the region has experienced multiple conflicts, resulting in significant Palestinian casualties and transforming Gaza into a hub for Islamist terrorism, with support from entities like Europe, Qatar, and Iran.
Unrealistic Expectations: The notion that Hamas would willingly relinquish control of Gaza through unity agreements with the Palestinian Authority is deemed unrealistic, given the group's history and objectives.
International Response: The article criticizes the Biden administration for overlooking Abbas's attempts to legitimize Hamas, arguing that a terrorist organization committed to Israel's destruction should have no role in any Palestinian government.
Iran's Influence: As long as Iran's regime continues to support groups like Hamas, achieving lasting peace in the region remains unlikely.
The author concludes that Hamas should be completely dismantled both militarily and politically to ensure a peaceful future for Israelis, Palestinians, and the broader international community.
