"Former Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar was like a mafia boss, he haf support from leaders abroad"
Israel: State of a Nation
Mideast analyst Seth Frantzman compares Yahya Sinwar, a former Hamas leader, to a mafia boss due to his leadership style and criminal undertakings. Unlike traditional mafia figures, Sinwar benefited significantly from international support, helping to bolster Hamas's position in the region. Frantzman discusses the sources of this backing for Hamas, including political and financial assistance from certain countries and groups outside the region. This support has played a crucial role in sustaining Hamas's activities in the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict.