Hamas, the Palestinian militant group responsible for the attack on Israel last year, is currently regenerating its forces in the Gaza Strip to continue its armed conflict. Despite suffering significant losses, experts believe that Hamas is recruiting new fighters to replenish its ranks. While the new recruits may not be as well-trained as the previous fighters, they are still capable of carrying out attacks against Israeli forces.
The Chief of Staff of the Israel Defence Forces claimed that they had defeated Hamas’ military wing in response to the attack. However, analysts argue that Hamas has not been defeated and remains capable of recruiting fighters and rehabilitating its infrastructure. The group has a history of recruiting orphans who have been affected by previous Israeli attacks, making the recruitment process easier for them.
The recent assassination of Hamas’ political leader, Ismail Haniyeh, has led to new leadership under Yahya Sinwar, who is considered to be a hardliner. Sinwar has expressed no regrets over past attacks and believes that the only way to create a Palestinian state is through armed struggle. Diplomacy has not been successful in changing the course of the conflict, as Western countries consider Hamas a terrorist group.
The conflict in Gaza has resulted in a high number of casualties and displaced individuals. Despite calls to remove Hamas from power, analysts believe that the group will continue to play a significant role in the future of the territory. Iran’s continued support for Hamas poses a challenge to finding a diplomatic solution to the conflict. The ongoing violence in Gaza indicates a preference for using force rather than seeking diplomatic resolutions.
