ASSESSMENTS

Israel: Hamas' Rocket Strategy

Nov 16, 2012 | 22:02 GMT

Northern Gaza on Nov. 15

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Summary

Hamas' rocket strategy is a very important part of its military strategy. By continuously launching rockets into Israel, traditionally in the southern areas near Gaza but now also as far as Tel Aviv and Jerusalem, Hamas is able to maintain significant pressure on its adversary. But the inaccuracy of Hamas' rocket arsenal also introduces some risks into its strategy and limits the rockets' overall effectiveness.

A few patterns have emerged in how Hamas uses its rocket arsenal and attempts to maximize its effects....

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