The Foreign Policy of Hamas: Ideology, Decision by Dr Leila Seurat PAPERBACK

Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Explore the intricate foreign policy of Hamas in this comprehensive study. Dr. Leila Seurat delves into Hamas's ideology, decision-making processes, and pursuit of political supremacy on the international stage. Despite facing boycotts, Hamas has emerged as a significant player, asserting its legitimacy through a skillful mobilization of Palestinian internal issues and strategic engagement with global actors. This book offers a detailed diplomatic history of Palestine, focusing on Hamas's political orientations towards Israel and other nations. It covers pivotal events from their 2006 electoral victory to recent developments like Trump's 'deal of the century,' Israel's annexation plans, normalization accords, and the impact of Covid-19. Drawing on extensive fieldwork and interviews, Seurat reveals the deep intertwining of Hamas's foreign and internal policies, all driven by a quest for recognition. Key features: * In-depth analysis of Hamas's foreign policy and ideology. * Comprehensive coverage of key political events and developments. * Based on extensive fieldwork and interviews with leading Hamas officials. * Explores the interplay between internal Palestinian dynamics and international relations. Product Summary: The Foreign Policy of Hamas: Ideology, Decision Making and Political Supremacy by Leila Seurat. This paperback book, written in English, details Hamas's rise as a significant international player and its strategic foreign policy. Features 312 pages and covers events up to recent global developments.