This paper deals with the question, whether the Hamas has an interest in the endurance of Palestine’s conflict with Israel. Does the Hamas seek approval from its engagement in the conflict, and maybe even need the conflict as a source of legitimacy as the ruling power in Palestine?
This paper investigates on this hypothesis, putting special regard towards the concept of legitimacy regarding armed groups and conflict, as it is a key variable for maintaining power and reputation.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction
- Theoretical concepts of the legitimacy of armed groups, in and through conflict
- Applying these concepts of the legitimacy in and through conflict on Hamas
- Limits of legitimation through conflict
- Retrieving support by reheating the conflict?
- Conclusion
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This paper investigates the hypothesis that Hamas has an interest in the endurance of Palestine's conflict with Israel. The author examines the concept of legitimacy regarding armed groups and conflict, focusing on how it relates to the maintenance of power and reputation for Hamas. The analysis explores the theoretical frameworks of legitimacy, particularly those developed by Klaus Schlichte and his collaborators, and examines how these concepts apply to Hamas's position within the Palestinian community.
- Legitimacy of armed groups in and through conflict
- Hamas's relationship with the Palestinian people
- The role of conflict in Hamas's legitimacy
- The risks and opportunities presented by the ongoing conflict for Hamas
- The use of violence as a tool for legitimization and delegitimization
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- Introduction: This chapter introduces the research question, which examines whether Hamas benefits from the ongoing conflict with Israel and seeks legitimacy through its involvement. It highlights the paradoxical relationship between the two sides, emphasizing the need for a deeper understanding of legitimacy in this context.
- Theoretical concepts of the legitimacy of armed groups, in and through conflict: This chapter defines the concept of legitimacy as used in the paper, drawing upon the work of Schlichte and Schneckener. It emphasizes the importance of legitimacy for armed groups in maintaining power and reputation, highlighting the risks and opportunities associated with violence and its impact on legitimacy.
- Applying these concepts of the legitimacy in and through conflict on Hamas: This chapter explores the ideals and concepts of self-determination held by Hamas and its relationship with the Palestinian people. It examines whether and how the theoretical concepts of legitimacy discussed in the previous chapter apply to Hamas's position in the Palestinian community.
- Limits of legitimation through conflict: This chapter investigates the risks to Hamas's standing and legitimacy due to the prolonged conflict. It explores the necessity for Hamas to expand its influence beyond the conflict and potentially engage in other sectors.
- Retrieving support by reheating the conflict?: This chapter focuses on the potential advantages and opportunities provided by the conflict for Hamas, taking into account recent polls and approval ratings. It explores how Hamas might leverage the conflict to strengthen its position and maintain support.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
This paper focuses on the legitimacy of armed groups in conflict, exploring the case of Hamas in Palestine. It examines the theoretical concepts of legitimacy, particularly those developed by Klaus Schlichte and his collaborators. The paper analyzes the relationship between violence and legitimacy, examining how armed groups utilize violence to gain or lose legitimacy. It further investigates the potential benefits and risks of prolonged conflict for Hamas's standing and the dynamics of its relationship with the Palestinian people. Key terms include: legitimacy, armed groups, conflict, violence, Hamas, Palestine, Israel, self-determination, power, reputation, and approval ratings.
- Citar trabajo
- Anonym (Autor), 2021, Does the Hamas have an interest in the endurance of Palestine’s conflict with Israel?, Múnich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/1364409
