Publication

1 Aug 2014

This paper provides an overview of the Palestinian movement, Hamas. More specifically, the author examines 1) the movement's origins; 2) its leadership; 3) the way it is funded; 4) its record as a governing body; and 5) its consolidation of power in Gaza and conflict with Israel since 2005.

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Author Zachary Laub
Series CFR Backgrounders
Publisher Council on Foreign Relations (CFR)
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