Peter Hartcher on how Benjamin Netanyahu has helped Hamas
We’re now eight weeks into the deadly war between Israel and Hamas. And one question looms large. What is Hamas’ goal? And who does it serve? The narrative surrounding this vital question has changed many times over the last 35 years. The group has long been viewed by the States, the European Union and others as a terrorist organisation. But a perception of Hamas as freedom fighters has been growing steadily. Today, international and political editor Peter Hartcher on how Hamas has sold this image of itself to the world. And what its goal has been, since day one.Subscribe to The Age & SMH: https://subscribe.smh.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.