Former Shin Bet official assesses Hamas economic control and revenue generation in Gaza
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A former head of Shin Bet research asserts that Hamas maintains de facto control over the Gaza Strip's economy, generating up to $5 million daily through paid services and employment dependency. This assessment highlights the financial resilience and administrative capacity of Hamas, which sustains its operational capabilities and influence over the civilian population despite ongoing conflict.
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Former Shin Bet research head provided an assessment of Hamas's economic control and revenue streams in Gaza.
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