Rise of Hamas: The Path to Power

The story chronicles the rise of Hamas to power through a series of significant events. Originating during the first intifada in 1987, Hamas formally emerged and gained influence over time, particularly as Israel accused the Palestinian Authority of supporting violent acts. With Israel's withdrawal from Gaza in 2005 and subsequent elections in 2006, Hamas secured a majority of parliamentary seats, sidelining its rival, Fatah. This victory led to international sanctions on Gaza, as Fatah's leadership was favored globally. By mid-2007, Hamas had seized complete control of Gaza after defeating Fatah forces, prompting Palestinian President Abbas to relocate to the West Bank.