Hamas: A history lesson

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Hamas: A history lesson

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Oct 16, 2023

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Hamas is an Islamist militant group, designated by the U.S. and EU as a terrorist organization. It's now delivered the biggest blow ever to Israeli security. What are Hamas's origins?

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Oct 16, 2023

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