Israel conflict: How has Hamas grown a rocket arsenal?
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In this fourth war between Israel and Gaza’s Hamas rulers, the Islamic militant group has fired more than 4,000 rockets at Israel, some hitting deeper in Israeli territory and with greater accuracy than ever before.
"The magnitude of (Hamas) bombing is much bigger and the precision is much better in this conflict," said Mkhaimar Abusada, a professor of political science at Al-Azhar University in Gaza City. "It’s shocking what they’ve been able to do under siege." Israel has argued that the blockade — which has caused severe hardship for more than 2 million Palestinians in Gaza — is essential for preventing a Hamas arms build-up and cannot be lifted. Here’s a look at how, under intense surveillance and tight restrictions, Hamas managed to amass its cache.More Related News