Hamas, once the authoritative power in Gaza, has seen its influence diminish drastically over recent years due to continuous warfare and loss of key figures. As the group grapples with increasing internal strife and external pressures, questions arise about its future role in Gaza and potential paths toward re-establishing authority or pursuing political relevance. Expert opinions reveal a fractious landscape, with a mixture of skepticism and cautious optimism about Hamas's possible rebranding and the geopolitical implications thereof.
Hamas is a pale shadow of what it was - but it could yet reinvent itself
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How does a group that has governed the Gaza Strip for almost 20 years, ruling two million Palestinians with an iron rod and fighting Israel in repeated wars, suddenly lay down its arms and relinquish control?
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