Who is Hamas chief?
Hamas leaders Ismail Haniyeh and Khaled Mashaal are based in Qatar….Hamas.
| Hamas حركة المقاومة الإسلامية | |
|---|---|
| Spokesperson | Fawzi Barhoum |
| Chief of the Political Bureau | Ismail Haniyeh |
| Deputy Chief of the Political Bureau | Mousa Abu Marzouq and Khaled Mashal |
Where did Hamas originate?
HAMAS formed in late 1987 at the beginning of the first Palestinian intifada (uprising). Its roots are in the Palestinian branch of the Muslim Brotherhood, and it is supported by a robust sociopolitical structure inside the Palestinian territories.
Who supplies Hamas weapons?
Hamas and PIJ enjoy extensive material backing from Iran in their arming efforts, in light of Iran’s determination to amplify its influence in the Palestinian arena and among Palestinian terror groups. Iran substantiates its support of the resistance camp by providing high-quality standard weapons to both groups.
Where does Hamas leader live?
Khaled Mashal
| Khaled Mashal خالد مشعل | |
|---|---|
| Born | 28 May 1956 Silwad, West Bank |
| Nationality | Palestinian |
| Political party | Hamas |
| Residence | Silwad, West Bank (1956–1967) Damascus, Syria (2001–2012) Doha, Qatar (2012–present) |
Who owns Gaza Strip today?
Israel maintains direct external control over Gaza and indirect control over life within Gaza: it controls Gaza’s air and maritime space, as well as six of Gaza’s seven land crossings.
Who governs Gaza?
Israel maintains direct external control over Gaza and indirect control over life within Gaza: it controls Gaza’s air and maritime space, and six of Gaza’s seven land crossings.
Who attacked first Hamas or Israel?
1987 – Hamas is created at the start of the first Palestinian Intifada, or uprising, against Israel’s occupation of the West Bank and Gaza Strip. Two years later, Hamas carries out its first attacks on Israeli military targets, including the kidnap and murder of two Israeli soldiers.