14.05.2011                      10.Ijar, 5771                      Behar; Tag 25 des Omer

Hamas:

The sea is the same sea, but is Hamas the same Hamas?

Palestinian analysts say militant group ruling the Gaza Strip has made changes, albeit subtle ones, upon the understanding that an agreement with Israel is the only way to go.

Hamas, the Islamic militant group known for suicide bombings, rocket attacks and hatred of Israel, is sending subtle signals of moderation as it prepares to join a Palestinian unity government.
Hamas officials speak of reconciliation with the West and a halt in armed hostilities with Israel, and even hint at some sort of political accommodation with the Jewish state. While Israel is not convinced, there are hopes in some Palestinian circles that the Iran-backed group could become a more accepted part of the Mideast diplomatic equation….