What is the full form of Hamas?

 

The full form of Hamas is "Harakat al-Muqawama al-Islamiyya," which translates to the "Islamic Resistance Movement" in English.

The Hamas, formally known as the "Harakat al-Muqawama al-Islamiyya," is a Palestinian militant organization and political party. It was founded in 1987 during the First Intifada, with its primary objective being the establishment of an Islamic state in historical Palestine, including present-day Israel, the West Bank, and Gaza Strip, and the removal of Israeli presence from these territories.

Initially, Hamas gained support through its charitable activities and opposition to the Israeli occupation. It operates primarily in the Palestinian territories, especially in the Gaza Strip, where it exercises significant political and military control.

Hamas has been labeled a terrorist organization by several countries and international bodies due to its involvement in armed conflicts, including suicide bombings, rocket attacks, and other violent activities targeting Israeli civilians and military personnel. Despite its militant wing, Hamas also operates as a political entity, participating in Palestinian governance through its elected representatives in the Palestinian Legislative Council and holding various administrative roles in the Gaza Strip.

The organization has a complex relationship with Israel, engaging in intermittent conflicts, ceasefire agreements, and attempts at reconciliation. The ongoing Hamas-Israel conflict remains a significant issue in the Middle East, affecting the lives of both Palestinians and Israelis and impacting regional stability.