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Jonathan D. Halevi

Jonathan D. Halevi

Lt. Col. (ret.) Jonathan D. Halevi is a senior researcher of the Middle East and radical Islam at the Jerusalem Center for Security and Foreign Affairs.

Doha is not a neutral mediator but rather provided Hamas with political sanctuary, financial lifelines, ideological reinforcement and global reach.
While some in Israel want to believe Ra’am joining the coalition is indication of a profound change, a careful examination of his statements shows that the pragmatism of party leader Abbas is solely tactical, and that his ultimate goal remains that of the Islamic Movement: the destruction of Israel.
The violent activities that occurred within the framework of the protests include shooting attacks, explosive charges, firebombs, catapults, burning tires, ignited kites and sabotaging the border fence.