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Hamas’s Strategic Outlook: Survival Over Concession
Hamas’s stance in this conflict underscores its core priority: survival. Despite setbacks—and the decimation of its high command—Hamas views the ceasefire as a tactical victory, one that secures its continued existence. The organization’s leadership is content with a delay to rebuild, rearm, and reassert influence, especially given the ongoing support from Iran and its network of proxy groups.
While some surface-level accomplishments include the release of hostages and renewed aid entry into Gaza, Hamas’s reluctance to disarm or accept long-term governance reforms indicates it considers these gains a strategic respite rather than defeat.