Amina Saqib is joined by Professor Abdul Jabbar, who teaches English and Middle-Eastern Politics with a focus on Gaza-Palestine at the College of San Francisco and is a former professor of English at UC Berkeley.
Dr Jabbar argues that Hamas, as the de facto authority in Gaza, has faced a complex set of choices over the years, driven by the unique challenges and circumstances of their situation. Since its election in 2006, Hamas has been subjected to a severe blockade by Israel and Egypt, which has had a devastating impact on the population in Gaza. This blockade, in place since 2006, has severely restricted the flow of goods, people, and services in and out of Gaza, essentially isolating its residents from the outside world. In this context, some argue that Hamas's approach can be seen as a form of resistance to the crippling effects of the blockade.
Moreover, there is a prevailing argument that the blockade itself, as an act of war, has played a role in perpetuating the cycle of violence in the region. It has led to a situation where the residents of Gaza, particularly those in dire circumstances, see resistance as one of the few remaining options. This resistance is multifaceted, involving not only military actions but also political and diplomatic efforts.
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