Hamas’s desire to best Hezbollah’s achievements is natural, of course, but, more to the point, it is radicalizing. One of the reasons, among many, that Hamas felt compelled to break its cease-fire with Israel last month was to prove its potency to Muslims impressed with Hezbollah. Full Story »
Posted by Kaizar Campwala
This piece take a deeper look at the relationship between Hamas and Hezbollah than I am used to seeing. I was hoping for more primary source insight than the interviews with Nizar Rayyan, but altogether a well-formed and enlightening article. Extremely relevant at this time, given the conflict in Gaza and our escalating tensions with Iran. Highly recommended to anyone wishing to better understand these groups' ideologies, roots and motivations.
This is the type of back story reporting I wish I saw more of in mainstream media outlets. I wonder how many Americans understand Hezbollah's connection to Iran and the position Hamas is in in trying to live up to their "example."