Hamas was emboldened by restored ties with Iran, which historically has been a supporter of Palestinian causes, after a period of estrangement following the Arab Spring in 2011

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With the mending of ties, Iran resumed its role as a primary benefactor of Hamas, particularly its armed wing, the Izz el-Deen al-Qassam Brigades. This rekindled relationship with Iran provided Hamas with financial and military support, enhancing their capabilities and influence in the region and impacting their approach towards confrontation with Israel


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Hamas was emboldened by restored ties with Iran, which historically has been a supporter of Palestinian causes, after a period of estrangement following the Arab Spring in 2011

Description

Hamas's confidence and military capacity were significantly bolstered due to the restoration of its alliance with Iran, a country known for its support of Palestinian causes. This came after a hiatus in their relations following the Arab Spring when Hamas did not back Iran's ally, Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, in the Syrian civil war.

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Supporting arguments

Although Hamas has historically been in conflict with Israel, with multiple wars since 2007, their restored ties with Iran signified a strengthening of their position, despite Hamas's stated avoidance of war at that time
The Hamas leadership indicated that the renewed relationship with Iran would bolster their resistance against Israel and support their agenda for what they describe as liberation
Relations between Hamas and Iran, which had been strained due to Hamas's refusal to support Iranian ally Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, were mended, leading to Iran once again becoming the largest supporter of Hamas's armed wing with money and arms

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Causal factor to 2023 Israel-Hamas War