Hamas' Political Jiu Jitsu

Hamas' strategy of politicking and public participation relies on provocation.

Recent events near the Gaza border expose a problematic aspect of nonviolent resistance actions. As clashes intensify, it seems the “Land Day” protests are becoming a nonviolent camouflage for a very violent protest. Last week’s “Land Day” protests that ignited clashes between IDF and the Palestinians resulted in 17 Palestinian casualties. The protests were orchestrated by organizations affiliated with Hamas. While the international community calls for Israeli restraint, little has been said about the acts of perfidy committed by Hamas, which concealed its fighters among unarmed Palestinians civilians. Continue reading