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314: 1012: 613:), and the ability to extend these privileges to seventy relatives. These promises create a strong incentive for individuals to undertake martyrdom, viewing it as a way to trade their limited earthly possessions for the luxurious rewards promised in paradise. Reports indicate that many are convinced of these rewards, which significantly influences their willingness to undertake martyrdom. Reportedly, there has been at least one case of a suicide bomber taking steps, like wrapping toilet paper around their genitals, to preserve their ability to enjoy these rewards. Palestinian media has framed martyrdom in terms of marriage to virgins, further solidifying this expectation. 270: 891: 786:, but are a rational strategy used by weaker groups against democratic states to force the withdrawal of troops from occupied territories these groups see as their homeland. While religion can be used as a recruitment tool, the main motivation is the strategic military objectives of terrorist organisations: "There is strong evidence that Islamic fundamentalism has not been the driving force behind Palestinian suicide terrorism". According to Pape, suicide bombing is effective: "The main reason that suicide terrorism is growing is that terrorists have learned that it works". He argues that the suicide campaigns by 1537:, the film follows two Palestinian friends recruited for a suicide bombing mission in Tel Aviv, exploring their motivations, doubts and the moral complexities of their actions. The film rejects the romantic notion of heroism and sacrifice: both main characters are disillusioned young men, trapped and suffocated by the occupation, far from the heroic figure of the martyr. While the film sparked controversy and accusations of sympathy for terrorists, Abu-Assad stated that his aim was to encourage dialogue rather than justify violence. The film received worldwide praise and was nominated for an 1277: 1359:, which began in 2002. By August 2003, the main section of the barrier was completed, significantly impacting attack patterns. Initially, the number of suicide bombings declined sharply, from 19 in 2003 to 6 in 2004 and 5 in 2005. Between the barrier's completion and June 2004, only three terror attacks originated from the northern West Bank and breached Israel, exploiting incomplete sections of the barrier. In contrast, from September 2000 to June 2003, 73 attacks from the same area had successfully penetrated this section. 1073: 547: 386:, was a major player in the use of suicide terrorism. During the initial 21 months of the Second Intifada (September 2000 to June 2002), Fatah has been responsible for nearly a third of all suicide attacks and became the most active organization in terms of the number of attacks on Israelis. The group's strategy involved leveraging the Tanzim and the Al-Aqsa Martyrs Brigades to provide a secular alternative to Islamist groups like Hamas and PIJ. 907:
sets strategic goals, operators manage the selection and preparation of bombers, and aides handle material acquisition and logistical support. In some cases, foreign countries have been involved in training and planning Palestinian suicide bombings. For instance, after his arrest in 1996, Hasan Salama, a senior Hamas member, admitted that he had been trained in Iran to prepare for attacks against Israeli targets.
1096: 33: 1558:, the film tells the story of an Israeli-Palestinian surgeon, well integrated into Israeli society, whose wife is accused of being a suicide bomber. The film explores themes of identity, loyalty, and the personal toll of political conflict, and has been described as an "intelligent, involving movie that’s by turns a murder mystery and a politically charged argument about contemporary Palestinian identity". 127:, renders martyrdom a compelling choice. Bombers are also motivated by a desire for revenge, personal pride and honor, and the promise of spiritual and material rewards in the afterlife. Public support for suicide bombers is reflected in cultural practices such as mass funerals, the naming of public spaces after bombers, and promotion through social media, written media, education, and children's programs. 436:(PFLP), a secular Marxist–Leninist faction originating from the PLO, carried out a limited number of suicide attacks during the Second Intifada. Under George Habash's leadership, the PFLP's rejection of suicide attacks led to a decline in support. However, after shifting to suicide terrorism and adopting jihadist rhetoric in 2001, the group's support levels quickly recovered. Under the leadership of 586:, driven by a tradition in Islam and amplified by Islamist leaders. This glorification has encouraged Palestinians to undertake "martyrdom operations" against Israelis, depicted as acts of bravery in contrast to the perceived cowardice of Westerners, including Israelis, who are seen as reluctant to sacrifice their lives. This belief is echoed in statements by figures like the mufti of Jerusalem, 696:, designed to instill fear in Israeli society and demonstrate Palestinian resolve. Lacking the ability to directly confront Israel's superior military might, and convinced that negotiations will never lead to the creation of a Palestinian state, a significant part of the Palestinian population sees martyrdom operations as the only means of forcing Israel to meet their demands. 732:, a group with a high representation among suicide bombers in the Palestinian territories, reportedly said that "Martyrs give us dignity to free ourselves". This reflects the widespread sentiment among Palestinians that daily life in the occupied territories is marked by fear, despair, and constant humiliation, which provoke strong sense of justice and a desire for revenge. 918:, Israeli military uniforms, or tourist clothing, and are instructed to target crowded public places while avoiding security checkpoints. Targets have included shopping centers, public buses, nightclubs, eateries, and places popular with teenagers and children. Final preparations include writing a will, performing religious rites, and finalizing operational details. 811:
of "domestic political signaling": a way of sending a powerful political message within one's own political community. The Israeli-Palestinian conflict illustrates this outbidding process, with groups such as Hamas and Islamic Jihad using suicide bombings to capture the Palestinian imagination and compete for leadership not only with each other but also with the
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and organizing summer camps where children receive training in weapon use and survival skills. Victor notes that Palestinian children as young as six often express a wish to become martyrs, although they may not fully comprehend its significance. By twelve, they usually have a clearer understanding and are more committed to the idea.
1394:(PLO) and polarize Israeli politics. Within a month of the Oslo Accords signing, Hamas launched a new series of bombings that killed twenty-six Israelis and injured many more. This violent response conveyed Hamas's position that peace and security could not be achieved "unless and until Hamas recognized and its demands met." 1410:. Netanyahu's hard-line stance on security became more appealing to voters. When Netanyahu began his term, he focused his political agenda on combating terrorism. Unlike the previous government's approach of addressing terrorism and peace separately, Netanyahu's policy emphasized pursuing peace only in the absence of terror. 1152:, claimed by Hamas and the Palestinian Islamic Jihad, resulted in the bomber's death and wounded a passerby. The bombing, which detonated prematurely near a local synagogue, is one of the rare instances of such attacks in Israel since the Second Intifada and may be the first suicide attack since 2016. On 27 August 2024, 882:, with evaluations to ensure candidates are not clinically depressed or suicidal but are genuinely committed. Practical training includes handling and assembling explosive devices, performing detonations, and practicing escape routes, often through simulated missions to ensure familiarity with procedures and equipment. 753:
admit that avenging fallen loved ones was a primary reason for their actions. Interviews conducted by Brym and Araj with the families and friends of Palestinian suicide bombers suggest that these individuals do not exhibit higher levels of depression than what is typically observed in the general population.
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demonstrated strong ideological alignment. Recruiters often target students and young people in mosques, universities, social activities, and in Israeli prisons. Candidates are scrutinized for their ability to handle psychological pressure, their personal and family backgrounds, and their criminal records.
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The outbidding theory suggests that competing political organisations use suicide bombings to show their commitment to the cause and gain popular support. Unlike Pape's view of suicide bombings as a direct tool of coercion against the state, the outbidding theory interprets suicide bombings as a form
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Prominent examples include Quran 2:154, which states, "And call not those who are slain in the way of Allah 'dead.' Nay, they are living, only ye perceive not," and Quran 9:111, which says, "Surely Allah has bought from the believers their persons and their property—theirs (in return) is the Garden.
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This Israeli television series depicts the Israeli-Palestinian conflict from both sides. While it primarily focuses on Israeli undercover operations, it also portrays Palestinian militants involved in planning attacks, including Abu Ahmad ("The Panther"), a prominent Hamas operative in Season 1, and
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Among Palestinians, suicide attacks are typically followed by demonstrations of support, the distribution of pamphlets, and large funerals attended by hundreds or thousands of supporters. Instead of grieving, families are encouraged to celebrate the deaths of their loved ones. Additionally, streets,
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Several scholars observed that the recruitment of female suicide bombers by Palestinian groups was driven by the need to bypass Israeli security measures and checkpoint barriers. There have also been reports of Palestinian women who, under psychological or physical coercion, were driven to carry out
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The planning of suicide attacks is executed with utmost secrecy and strict compartmentalization. This detailed process involves gathering intelligence, procuring weapons—often smuggled from Egypt or Iran—and organizing logistics. The planning is divided into specific roles: organizational leadership
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In a region heavily affected by conflict, many Palestinians are driven by personal losses and seek to avenge the deaths or injuries of close friends or family members. Revenge is a powerful motivator, often expressed during funeral processions and reflected in the personal testimonies of bombers who
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reportedly offered up to $ 25,000 to the families of Palestinian suicide bombers. This financial support, combined with the elevated social status bestowed upon the family due to the martyrdom of their member, leads to significant improvements in their living conditions and public standing. However,
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Another significant motivator for suicide bombers is the financial and social support provided to their families following the attack. Suicide bombers' families often receive substantial cash payments, ranging from $ 1,000 to several thousand dollars, from organizations such as Hamas or the PIJ, and
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in January 1996. This led to a surge in attacks until late 1997. During the initial 21 months of the Second Intifada (September 2000 to June 2002), Hamas was responsible for approximately 43% of all suicide attacks against Israelis, killing 161 and injuring over 1,100. Ganor writes that from 2000 to
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articulates the group's goal, stating, "Israel will exist and will continue to exist until Islam will obliterate it, just as it obliterated others before it." Additionally, Article 7 of the Covenant declares, "The time will not come until the Muslims fight the Jews and kill them, and until the Jews
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three months later. Ayyash, known as "the Engineer," was a master bomb maker responsible for numerous attacks and had first proposed using suicide bombings. His death, however, led to another wave of attacks. Following a surge of suicide bombings in early 1996, the Israeli government established an
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notes that Palestinian suicide bombings have been strategically employed to provoke a response from Israel that can be used for propaganda. Hamas used suicide attacks to provoke an aggressive response from Israel, aiming to present its violence as defensive and superior to that of rival Palestinian
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Palestinian organizations have used various methods to promote their activities, including displaying posters of suicide bombers in communities, sharing videos and photos of martyrs on social media, employing imams to incite violence in mosques, integrating such messages into the education system,
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Common targets for Palestinian suicide bombings have included everyday public spaces such as markets, shops, buses, restaurants, bars, coffee shops, and shopping malls. These locations have been frequently chosen due to their accessibility, the large number of civilians present, and the ease with
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argues that in Israel/Palestine, "the bombings became a method of recruitment for militant Islamic organizations within the Palestinian community. They serve at one and the same time to attack the hated enemy (Israel) and give legitimacy to outlier militant groups who compete with the Palestinian
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The vast majority of suicide bombings targeting Israelis have been organized by radical Palestinian groups, initially led by Islamist organizations and later adopted by more secular groups. These organizations typically recruit bombers from outside their own ranks, rather than relying on internal
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Buses and transportation hubs have been particularly attractive to perpetrators due to their frequent use and the anonymity they offer. Although increased security at some locations has reduced accessibility, such as central bus stations and shopping malls, attacks have continued to target areas
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As the mission approaches, candidates typically disappear from their homes and families to avoid detection. They undergo final intensive training and briefings about their specific attack. In the days before the mission, candidates often record a final message, which may include a declaration of
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found that nearly 60% of suicide bombers recruited by Hamas and Islamic Jihad had education beyond high school, whereas less than 15% of the general adult male Palestinian population did. Additionally, these bombers were significantly less likely to come from impoverished backgrounds compared to
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Research by Kimhi and Even identifies four profiles of Palestinian suicide bombers. One type is the "exploited suicide bomber," driven by personal crises or a desire to atone for perceived sins such as extramarital relationships, homosexuality, or cooperation with Israel. Another profile is the
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in 1989, which killed 16 civilians and is considered by some as the first Palestinian suicide attack in Israel. The group's first notable attack occurred on November 11, 1994, when a PIJ member used a bicycle bomb to kill three Israelis. On January 22, 1995, PIJ carried out one of the deadliest
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Recruitment for suicide missions by Palestinians groups generally involves a selective process where potential candidates are chosen based on their religious commitment, loyalty, and ability to maintain secrecy. Palestinian groups prefer to identify and approach individuals who have already
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Critics argue that Pape overstates the success of suicide terrorism, and that the link between suicide bombing and foreign occupation is weak, as is the link with the democratic nature of the occupying countries. They propose alternative explanations, such as the inter-group competition (or
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Martyrdom among Palestinian suicide bombers is often driven by a combination of religious beliefs, nationalistic sentiment, and personal incentives. Individual motivations for becoming a suicide bomber may stem from various factors, including the desire to attain expected rewards in the
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organization, is evident in the suicide attacks conducted by both Hamas and the Palestinian Islamic Jihad (PIJ). Both groups adopted Hezbollah's procedures for selecting and training suicide bombers, including psychological preparation, writing farewell letters, and making videotapes.
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where large crowds gather and security is less stringent. The selection of targets has been influenced by factors such as distance, ease of access, and the presence of large groups, although these variables have also been affected by time and the effort required to reach the target.
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and similar groups, but not Palestinian suicide bombings against Israeli civilians. Yusuf al-Qaradawi argues that Israel is a militarized state that has, since its founding, seized Palestinian land and displaced its people through persecution, torture, and humiliation. He uses the
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Comparing Palestinian bombings to those carried out by other groups highlights several differences in tactics and target selection. Palestinian suicide attacks predominantly aimed at civilians and were often conducted by newly recruited members. In contrast, in Sri Lanka, the
692:, combined with the feeling of humiliation and frustration, fuels their resolve. Nationalist fervor is also linked to the concept of "national Jihad," which aims to bolster Palestinian identity and pride through "resistance". Suicide bombings are viewed as a potent tactic in 75:(2000–2005). Attacks occurred at various locations, including shopping centers, public buses, transit stations, cafes, nightclubs, and restaurants, with only a few targeting military objectives. Between 1994 and 2005, suicide bombings killed 735 Israelis and wounded 4,554. 1213:, while the Islamic Jihad focused its activities in Jenin. Although both groups maintained a presence in Gaza, their operations were limited by the Gaza Strip's surrounding fence, confining their attacks to local targets such as soldiers, security personnel, and settlers. 735:
Cognitive psychology studies on Palestinians living in the West Bank and Gaza report that "members of different militant groups often attribute their own violent acts to personal or collective humiliation experienced at the hands of their oppressors". Political scientist
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expressed the group's reliance on martyrdom as a tactic, stating, "We have nothing with which to repel the killing and thuggery against us except the weapon of martyrdom. It is easy and costs us only our lives human bombs cannot be defeated, not even by nuclear bombs."
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The majority of Palestinian suicide bombings targeting Israelis have been carried out by radical Palestinian groups, who often recruit potential bombers from outside their ranks, rather than relying on internal members. In the early 1990s, Islamist organizations such as
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schools, and public squares are often named in honor of the deceased martyrs. The culture of martyrdom is deeply embedded, evident in various forms including naming sports tournaments after suicide bombers or featuring dramas about figures like the bomb maker
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Another key motivator for suicide bombers is the desire for revenge, driven by "perceptions of personal harm, unfairness, and injustice, as well as the anger, indignation, and hatred associated with such perceptions". Students from middle-class backgrounds at
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Hamas presents both practical and doctrinal justifications for suicide bombings. Practically, they emphasize the harm and deterrence these attacks inflict on Israeli society. Doctrinally, they glorify martyrdom as the pinnacle of jihad and Islamic belief. The
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while economic hardship can drive some Palestinians to seek martyrdom, it alone does not fully explain the phenomenon. Economic deprivation has been a long-standing issue, and some suicide bombers come from relatively affluent families. Claude Berrebi of the
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blurs the line between civilians and soldiers: since every Israeli citizen has served, is serving, or will serve in the military, they are seen by terrorists as part of the military effort and therefore complicit in the occupation of the West Bank and Gaza.
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has been described as the 'capital' of Palestinian suicide terrorism, with attacks originating from the city responsible for the deaths of 124 people. According to Israeli intelligence, Hamas primarily operated from the northern West Bank, notably around
184:. This tactic has since been employed in countries such as India, Indonesia, Iran, Iraq, Kenya, Lebanon, Pakistan, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Sri Lanka, Turkey, the UK, the US, and Yemen. Hezbollah's attacks specifically influenced Palestinian groups such as 1137:, killing 30 guests and injuring 140 others. In March 2002 alone there were 23 attacks, resulting in 135 Israeli deaths. Palestinian suicide terrorism reached its zenith during this year, and then saw a gradual decline, with attacks ceasing by 2005. 1316:'s deterrence-based strategy, as the violence intensified despite Israeli military efforts. Sharon's response evolved from targeted assassinations to a more comprehensive approach aimed at dismantling terrorist infrastructure. This led to 1140:
During the Second Intifada, the typical expense of a suicide bombing was around $ 150. Despite this low cost, such attacks resulted in six times more deaths and approximately twenty-six times more casualties than other forms of terrorism.
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Palestinian suicide bombings have been interpreted as a political and military strategy rather than acts driven solely by individual motivations. From this perspective, they are viewed as deliberate actions by organised groups under
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2005, Hamas orchestrated 92 out of 155 total terrorist attacks. Moghadam notes that Hamas has demonstrated a high level of lethality and effectiveness in its attacks, often causing more casualties than other Palestinian groups.
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Islamist groups often frame violence, including suicide bombings, as a defensive Jihad against perceived threats from Israel and the West. This rhetoric has escalated to calls for violence against Jews more broadly. During the
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The training for suicide bombers typically lasts from several weeks to months and is designed to prepare candidates practically, mentally and spiritually. It begins with rigorous indoctrination, involving classes on specific
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In Palestinian society, suicide bombings are commonly referred to as "martyrdom operations". For many Palestinian suicide bombers, martyrdom represents a fulfillment of religious duty, driven by an Islamist interpretation of
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on the United States in 2001. The latter marked a significant escalation in global terrorism, prompting widespread security reforms and further legitimizing the jihadi movement, attracting more foreign fighters to Al-Qaeda.
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spokesmen claimed that suicide bombings instilled significant fear among the "Zionist occupiers". They celebrated the notion that life in Israel had become akin to "hell" and argued that these attacks undermined the
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Many Palestinian suicide bombers are motivated by nationalist sentiments, joining groups like Hamas, PIJ, and Fatah to fight perceived injustices and defend their land against what they see as encroachment by the
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as a primary strategy, leading to substantial disruption and casualties in southern Israel and posing an ongoing threat to a larger civilian population. Alongside rocket attacks, the group has also engaged in
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In 1996, a series of devastating Hamas suicide bombings, which resulted in significant casualties and nearly half the death toll from the previous two years, is often credited with shaping the results of the
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The barrier has shifted the focus of attacks to less protected regions, including Gaza, southern Israel, and parts of Jerusalem, as well as areas where the barrier was not yet constructed such as the area of
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Dr. Amin Jaafari, a successful Palestinian surgeon with Israeli citizenship, is forced to confront the realities of his environment when his wife is revealed to be a suicide bomber. The novel, on which the
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argues that collective Palestinian frustration, exacerbated by failed peace initiatives and Israel's military dominance, has fostered a suicidal mentality among impoverished Palestinians, particularly in
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to address suicide terrorism, believing that capturing their targets alive would result in higher Israeli casualties. In 1995, Israel carried out assassinations of key militant leaders, such as PIJ's
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Islamic groups initially excluded women from active participation in suicide bombings. However, this changed during the Second Intifada as groups like the Al-Aqsa Martyrs' Brigades began to utilize
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Before 1996, public support for suicide bombings among Palestinians was below 30 percent. By 1999, support for 'martyrdom operations' was 26.1%, but it rose to 66.2% three months into the
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stated that "The Palestinian who blows himself up is a person who is defending his homeland. When he attacks an occupier enemy, he is attacking a legitimate target." Former Hamas leader
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their intent and a call for others to follow their example. These recordings are usually made against the backdrop of the organizational symbols and often include religious elements.
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hide behind rocks and trees when the call is raised: 'Oh Muslim, here is a Jew hiding! Come and kill him.'" The group contends that suicide bombings establish a "balance of fear" (
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groups. This approach seeks to garner international sympathy for the terrorists and critique the Israeli reaction, thereby shaping both public opinion and international support.
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in Netanya. While other tournaments had been named after Palestinian suicide bombers, this was the first instance of such an honor being given by the PA to a Hamas affiliate.
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allows viewers in the United States and Europe to see Al-Makdasi as their own enemy — and revel in the heroism of the brave Israelis who protect them from the barbarians".
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Following the Second Intifada, Hamas shifted from using suicide bombings to focusing on rocket attacks against Israel. By 2005, Hamas began adopting a strategy similar to
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One motivation cited for Palestinian suicide bombers is the belief in rewards in the afterlife, including the promise of marrying seventy-two black-eyed virgins, known as
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extensive and costly security system to protect borders, roads, and key installations. This included new security units focused on public transport and school security.
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Ginges, Jeremy; Atran, Scott (2008). "Humiliation and the Inertia Effect: Implications for Understanding Violence and Compromise in Intractable Intergroup Conflicts".
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Despite Operation Defensive Shield's success in degrading terrorist capabilities, attacks continued, leading to increased public pressure for the construction of the
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Authority (PA) for leadership of the community". She observes that support for suicide bombings was lower during periods of optimism for peace, such as during the
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propaganda. Candidates also undergo spiritual purification through fasting, extensive prayer, and seeking forgiveness for past sins. The process also includes
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Al-Makdasi in Season 2. The series has been praised for its nuanced characters but also criticized for potentially reinforcing stereotypes. According to
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which attackers can blend in. Out of a total of 120 suicide bombings documented between 1994 and 2005, the distribution of targets has been as follows:
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against Israel in 1994-1995 provide a key test of these theories. He believes these groups thought the bombings would speed up Israel's withdrawal from
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Kliot and Charney's study of 120 Palestinian suicide attacks from 1994 to September 2005 shows that most attacks targeted major Israeli cities, with
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in March 2002, when Hamas-affiliated Abd al-Bassat Ouda, disguised as a woman, detonated a ten-kilogram bomb in the dining room of the Park Hotel in
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is based, delves into the psychological and emotional aftermath of a suicide bombing in Tel Aviv. The book is translated from the original French.
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Targets have included shopping centers, public buses, nightclubs, eateries, and places frequented by teenagers and children. Pictured: The
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goal of a secure haven for Jews, and led to doubts about Israel's future as well as substantial emigration. Influential Islamic scholar
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control to counteract terrorism. The operation targeted the infrastructure of Palestinian terrorism across six major cities, including
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Religious motives play a significant role among Palestinian suicide bombers, particularly in the recruitment practices of groups like
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The emergence of Palestinian suicide bombings in the 1990s represented a significant escalation in violence compared to the earlier
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Moghadam, Assaf (2006b). "Suicide Terrorism, Occupation, and the Globalization of Martyrdom: A Critique of Dying to Win".
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and enhanced Israeli intelligence, limited the effectiveness of traditional suicide attacks. Consequently, Hamas adopted
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in March 2002. The Al-Aqsa Martyrs Brigades are closely linked to Fatah, with many of its members also being part of the
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Since the 1980s, suicide terrorism has emerged in various parts of the world, beginning with high-profile incidents in
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primarily targeted military objectives or high-profile civilian figures and employed a specialized unit known as the
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Nashef, Hania A.M. (January 2, 2016). "Demythologizing the Palestinian in Hany Abu-Assad's Omar and Paradise Now".
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verses that equate warfare with religious duty. Hamas and PIJ maintain that jihad in Palestine is a personal duty (
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of terrorist leaders may benefit these groups by creating "nationalist myths, martyrs, and cults of personality".
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Berrebi, Claude (2007). "Evidence About the Link Between Education, Poverty and Terrorism Among Palestinians".
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Various documentaries and news specials have covered the phenomenon of Palestinian suicide bombings, including
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The use of suicide bombing by Palestinian Islamist groups is believed to have influenced organizations such as
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that eventually resulted in Hamas taking control of Gaza while the PLO retained authority over the West Bank.
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Another motivator is the promise of rewards in the afterlife, as described in Islamic teachings and various
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Merari, Ariel; Fighel, Jonathan; Ganor, Boaz; Lavie, Ephraim; Tzoreff, Yohanan; Livne, Arie (2010).
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and smuggling routes to build a significant rocket arsenal. In 2006–2007, Hamas took control of the
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Bloom, Mia (2006). "Dying to kill: motivations for suicide terrorism". In Pedahzur, Ami (ed.).
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The attacks hardened Israeli public attitudes toward Palestinians as potential partners in a
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acknowledged that the group's suicide bombings were influenced by Hezbollah's 1983 bombings.
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in organizing suicide attacks indicates that religious fervor is not the sole determinant.
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Among Palestinians, suicide bombings are commonly referred to as "martyrdom operations" (
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was seen as a direct consequence of Hamas's terror campaign. Hamas won elections to the
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nightclub, killing 21 people, most of whom were teenagers. The bloodiest attack was the
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Suicide bombings in the 1990s and 2000s had an unexpected and severe impact on Israel's
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and mobilization, portraying it as the ultimate act of jihad and devotion to Islam.
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that equates martyrdom with a sacred obligation. This perspective, combined with an
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to dismantle terrorist infrastructure in Palestinian urban centers. Photo taken in
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and a response to perceived national humiliation and injustice associated with the
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Khashan, Hilal (2003). "Collective Palestinian frustration and suicide bombings".
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suicide attacks due to the perceived dishonor they brought upon their families.
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from Fatah and began ruling the territory. Operational challenges, such as the
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Palestinian suicide terrorism largely stemmed from urban centers and adjacent
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Other places (such as hotels, clinics, and synagogues): 11 attacks (9%)
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Bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and discotheques: 17 attacks (14%)
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The first major attack by Hamas occurred on April 13, 1994, at the
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In early 2002, a wave of terror attacks culminating in the deadly
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occasionally from external supporters. In 2002, Iraqi president
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Use of child suicide bombers by Palestinian militant groups
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The 1990s saw Hamas using suicide bombings to disrupt the
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Pedahzur, Ami; Perliger, Arie; Weinberg, Leonard (2003).
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in 2002, displayed at a girls' school in her hometown of
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They fight in Allah's way, so they slay and are slain."
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in June 2001, when a PIJ suicide bomber detonated at a
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Archived from 3478: 3472: 3471: 3469: 3467: 3453: 3447: 3446: 3444: 3442: 3425: 3419: 3418: 3416: 3414: 3389: 3383: 3382: 3354: 3348: 3338: 3332: 3326: 3320: 3314: 3305: 3299: 3290: 3284: 3278: 3272: 3266: 3260: 3254: 3244: 3238: 3232: 3217: 3211: 3205: 3195: 3186: 3180: 3174: 3168: 3162: 3156: 3143: 3137: 3128: 3122: 3116: 3110: 3104: 3098: 3092: 3086: 3080: 3070: 3064: 3058: 3052: 3046: 3040: 3034: 3028: 3022: 3016: 3010: 3004: 2998: 2989: 2983: 2977: 2971: 2965: 2959: 2953: 2947: 2941: 2935: 2926: 2920: 2909: 2903: 2890: 2884: 2875: 2869: 2860: 2854: 2848: 2842: 2825: 2819: 2813: 2807: 2801: 2795: 2786: 2780: 2774: 2768: 2762: 2756: 2750: 2744: 2738: 2737:, p. 76-77. 2732: 2726: 2720: 2714: 2708: 2702: 2696: 2690: 2684: 2678: 2672: 2666: 2660: 2654: 2648: 2642: 2636: 2630: 2624: 2618: 2617:, p. 54-56. 2612: 2606: 2600: 2591: 2585: 2579: 2573: 2567: 2566:, p. 74-79. 2561: 2555: 2549: 2543: 2537: 2531: 2525: 2519: 2513: 2507: 2501: 2492: 2486: 2480: 2474: 2468: 2462: 2449: 2443: 2437: 2431: 2425: 2419: 2413: 2407: 2401: 2395: 2389: 2383: 2377: 2371: 2362: 2356: 2329: 2323: 2317: 2311: 2305: 2299: 2290: 2284: 2273: 2272:, p. 89-90. 2267: 2261: 2255: 2249: 2243: 2237: 2231: 2225: 2219: 2204: 2198: 2189: 2183: 2177: 2171: 2162: 2156: 2145: 2139: 2133: 2127: 2121: 2115: 2102: 2096: 2079: 2073: 2067: 2061: 2050: 2044: 2033: 2027: 2018: 2012: 1999: 1993: 1980: 1974: 1965: 1959: 1948: 1942: 1931: 1925: 1904: 1898: 1889: 1883: 1874: 1868: 1859: 1841: 1835: 1829: 1810: 1804: 1787: 1781: 1775: 1769: 1742: 1732: 1726: 1705: 1699: 1681: 1667: 1663: 1462:Changing tactics 1406:'s victory over 1258:Counterterrorism 866:teachings about 664:RAND Corporation 646:Economic motives 511:Jihad bi al-saif 397:'s visit to the 265: 214: 204: 202: 201:عمليات استشهادية 57:suicide bombings 51:, also known as 21: 4539: 4538: 4534: 4533: 4532: 4530: 4529: 4528: 4504: 4503: 4502: 4498:. 5 April 2024. 4488: 4474: 4459: 4446: 4431: 4425:Times of Israel 4418: 4414: 4409: 4392: 4381: 4375: 4356: 4350: 4337: 4322: 4316: 4297: 4291: 4278: 4239: 4233: 4216: 4187: 4181: 4168: 4153: 4138: 4123: 4110: 4095: 4066: 4060: 4039: 4024: 4018: 3999: 3993: 3974: 3968: 3955: 3949: 3932: 3928:(171): 155–184. 3915: 3900: 3871: 3865: 3846: 3840: 3821: 3806: 3795: 3786: 3784: 3751: 3745: 3728: 3722: 3705: 3692: 3678: 3661: 3655: 3636: 3630: 3613: 3609: 3604: 3587: 3586: 3582: 3572: 3570: 3569:. 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June 24, 2017 3427: 3426: 3422: 3412: 3410: 3391: 3390: 3386: 3356: 3355: 3351: 3339: 3335: 3327: 3323: 3315: 3308: 3304:, pp. 107. 3300: 3293: 3285: 3281: 3277:, pp. 166. 3273: 3269: 3265:, pp. 158. 3261: 3257: 3249:, p. 279; 3245: 3241: 3233: 3220: 3212: 3208: 3196: 3189: 3185:, pp. 189. 3181: 3177: 3169: 3165: 3157: 3146: 3138: 3131: 3123: 3119: 3115:, pp. 141. 3111: 3107: 3099: 3095: 3087: 3083: 3075:, p. 111; 3071: 3067: 3059: 3055: 3047: 3043: 3035: 3031: 3023: 3019: 3015:, pp. 590. 3011: 3007: 2999: 2992: 2984: 2980: 2972: 2968: 2960: 2956: 2948: 2944: 2936: 2929: 2921: 2912: 2908:, pp. 159. 2904: 2893: 2885: 2878: 2870: 2863: 2855: 2851: 2843: 2828: 2820: 2816: 2808: 2804: 2796: 2789: 2781: 2777: 2769: 2765: 2757: 2753: 2745: 2741: 2733: 2729: 2721: 2717: 2709: 2705: 2697: 2693: 2689:, pp. 708. 2685: 2681: 2673: 2669: 2661: 2657: 2649: 2645: 2637: 2633: 2625: 2621: 2613: 2609: 2605:, p. 1973. 2601: 2594: 2586: 2582: 2574: 2570: 2562: 2558: 2550: 2546: 2538: 2534: 2526: 2522: 2514: 2510: 2502: 2495: 2491:, pp. 163. 2487: 2483: 2479:, p. 1061. 2475: 2471: 2463: 2452: 2444: 2440: 2432: 2428: 2420: 2416: 2408: 2404: 2396: 2392: 2388:, p. 1144. 2384: 2380: 2372: 2365: 2357: 2332: 2328:, pp. 164. 2324: 2320: 2316:, pp. 716. 2312: 2308: 2300: 2293: 2285: 2276: 2268: 2264: 2256: 2252: 2244: 2240: 2232: 2228: 2220: 2207: 2199: 2192: 2184: 2180: 2172: 2165: 2157: 2148: 2140: 2136: 2128: 2124: 2116: 2105: 2097: 2082: 2074: 2070: 2062: 2053: 2045: 2036: 2028: 2021: 2013: 2002: 1994: 1983: 1975: 1968: 1960: 1951: 1943: 1934: 1926: 1907: 1899: 1892: 1884: 1877: 1869: 1862: 1846:, p. 578; 1842: 1838: 1830: 1813: 1805: 1790: 1782: 1778: 1770: 1745: 1733: 1729: 1722:, p. 753; 1714:, p. 419; 1706: 1702: 1690:, p. 419; 1682: 1678: 1675: 1670: 1664: 1660: 1656: 1634: 1625:Suicide Killers 1616: 1589: 1564: 1521: 1516: 1472:Iranian support 1470:'s, leveraging 1464: 1435: 1415:Second Intifada 1377: 1274: 1260: 1255: 1219: 1198: 1162: 1115:Second Intifada 1070: 1065: 1059: 1051:Second Intifada 1001: 984: 955: 931: 888: 855: 846: 841: 808: 776: 763: 747:political Islam 725: 673: 654: 648: 622:Sharia and Life 561:Second Intifada 491: 485: 479: 454: 430: 372:Second Intifada 368: 304: 238: 229: 162: 152: 73:Second Intifada 28: 23: 22: 15: 12: 11: 5: 4537: 4535: 4527: 4526: 4521: 4516: 4506: 4505: 4501: 4500: 4486: 4481:Jerusalem Post 4472: 4457: 4444: 4429: 4415: 4413: 4410: 4408: 4407: 4390: 4379: 4373: 4354: 4348: 4335: 4333:(24): 405–423. 4320: 4315:978-0415770309 4314: 4295: 4289: 4276: 4237: 4231: 4214: 4196:(8): 707–729. 4185: 4179: 4166: 4151: 4149:(27): 187–206. 4136: 4134:(22): 102–119. 4121: 4119:(33): 716–734. 4108: 4106:(66): 353–373. 4093: 4064: 4058: 4037: 4022: 4016: 3997: 3991: 3972: 3966: 3953: 3947: 3930: 3913: 3911:(17): 573–598. 3898: 3869: 3863: 3844: 3838: 3819: 3817:(39): 749–780. 3804: 3793: 3749: 3743: 3726: 3720: 3708:Dying to Kil l 3703: 3690: 3676: 3659: 3653: 3634: 3628: 3610: 3608: 3605: 3603: 3600: 3599: 3598: 3580: 3554: 3541:Foreign Policy 3526: 3498: 3488:New York Times 3473: 3448: 3420: 3384: 3349: 3333: 3321: 3306: 3291: 3289:, p. 279. 3279: 3267: 3255: 3239: 3218: 3206: 3187: 3175: 3163: 3144: 3129: 3117: 3105: 3093: 3091:, p. 111. 3081: 3065: 3063:, p. 371. 3053: 3041: 3029: 3027:, p. 172. 3017: 3005: 3003:, p. 188. 3001:Midlarsky 2004 2990: 2978: 2966: 2954: 2942: 2927: 2910: 2891: 2876: 2861: 2849: 2826: 2814: 2802: 2787: 2775: 2763: 2761:, p. 191. 2751: 2739: 2727: 2715: 2703: 2691: 2687:Moghadam 2006b 2679: 2667: 2655: 2653:, p. 350. 2643: 2631: 2619: 2607: 2592: 2580: 2568: 2556: 2554:, pp. 79. 2544: 2532: 2530:, p. 282. 2520: 2518:, p. 566. 2508: 2493: 2481: 2469: 2450: 2438: 2426: 2424:, pp. 79. 2414: 2402: 2390: 2378: 2363: 2330: 2318: 2306: 2291: 2274: 2270:Moghadam 2006a 2262: 2250: 2246:Soibelman 2004 2238: 2226: 2205: 2203:, pp. 99. 2190: 2178: 2176:, p. 300. 2163: 2146: 2144:, p. 157. 2134: 2122: 2103: 2080: 2068: 2051: 2034: 2032:, pp. 65. 2019: 2000: 1981: 1966: 1949: 1932: 1905: 1903:, p. 118. 1890: 1888:, p. 578. 1875: 1860: 1836: 1811: 1788: 1786:, p. 361. 1776: 1743: 1737:, p. 42; 1727: 1710:, p. 65; 1700: 1686:, p. 65; 1674: 1671: 1669: 1668: 1657: 1655: 1652: 1651: 1650: 1645: 1640: 1633: 1630: 1615: 1612: 1599: 1598: 1597:(2015-present) 1588: 1585: 1576: 1575: 1572:Yasmina Khadra 1563: 1560: 1556:Yasmina Khadra 1552: 1551: 1535:Hany Abu-Assad 1531: 1530: 1520: 1517: 1515: 1512: 1463: 1460: 1434: 1431: 1376: 1373: 1259: 1256: 1254: 1251: 1218: 1215: 1197: 1194: 1189: 1188: 1185: 1182: 1179: 1176: 1173: 1170: 1161: 1158: 1135:Passover seder 1090:First Intifada 1069: 1066: 1058: 1055: 1044:Passover Seder 1017:Ayat al-Akhras 1000: 997: 983: 980: 976:Ramadan Shalah 954: 951: 930: 927: 887: 884: 854: 851: 845: 842: 840: 837: 827:and the early 807: 804: 775: 772: 762: 759: 724: 721: 678:Zionist entity 672: 669: 659:Saddam Hussein 647: 644: 592:Ismail Haniyeh 573:Islamic nation 478: 475: 453: 450: 442:Rehavam Ze'evi 429: 426: 367: 364: 343:Ramadan Shalah 303: 300: 253:Hamas Covenant 237: 234: 228: 225: 176:, followed by 156:Suicide attack 151: 148: 26: 24: 14: 13: 10: 9: 6: 4: 3: 2: 4536: 4525: 4522: 4520: 4517: 4515: 4512: 4511: 4509: 4497: 4496: 4491: 4487: 4483: 4482: 4477: 4473: 4469: 4468: 4463: 4458: 4454: 4450: 4445: 4441: 4440: 4435: 4430: 4426: 4422: 4417: 4416: 4411: 4405:(3): 769–802. 4404: 4400: 4396: 4391: 4388:(1): 175–190. 4387: 4386: 4380: 4376: 4370: 4366: 4362: 4361: 4355: 4351: 4345: 4341: 4336: 4332: 4331: 4326: 4321: 4317: 4311: 4307: 4303: 4302: 4296: 4292: 4286: 4282: 4277: 4273: 4269: 4264: 4259: 4255: 4251: 4247: 4243: 4238: 4234: 4228: 4224: 4220: 4215: 4211: 4207: 4203: 4199: 4195: 4191: 4186: 4182: 4176: 4172: 4167: 4163: 4162: 4157: 4152: 4148: 4147: 4142: 4137: 4133: 4132: 4127: 4122: 4118: 4114: 4109: 4105: 4104: 4099: 4094: 4090: 4086: 4082: 4078: 4074: 4070: 4065: 4061: 4055: 4051: 4047: 4043: 4038: 4034: 4033: 4028: 4023: 4019: 4013: 4009: 4005: 4004: 3998: 3994: 3988: 3984: 3980: 3979: 3973: 3969: 3963: 3959: 3954: 3950: 3944: 3940: 3936: 3931: 3927: 3923: 3919: 3914: 3910: 3909: 3904: 3899: 3895: 3891: 3887: 3883: 3879: 3875: 3870: 3866: 3860: 3856: 3852: 3851: 3845: 3841: 3835: 3831: 3827: 3826: 3820: 3816: 3815: 3810: 3805: 3802:(35): 432–43. 3801: 3800: 3794: 3783: 3779: 3775: 3771: 3768:: 1969–1986. 3767: 3763: 3759: 3758:Social Forces 3755: 3750: 3746: 3744:0-415-77030-0 3740: 3736: 3732: 3727: 3723: 3717: 3713: 3709: 3704: 3700: 3696: 3691: 3687: 3683: 3679: 3673: 3669: 3665: 3660: 3656: 3650: 3646: 3642: 3641: 3635: 3631: 3625: 3621: 3617: 3612: 3611: 3606: 3601: 3594: 3590: 3584: 3581: 3568: 3564: 3558: 3555: 3543: 3542: 3537: 3530: 3527: 3515: 3514: 3509: 3502: 3499: 3494: 3490: 3489: 3484: 3477: 3474: 3462: 3458: 3452: 3449: 3436: 3435: 3430: 3424: 3421: 3409: 3405: 3401: 3400: 3395: 3388: 3385: 3380: 3376: 3372: 3368: 3364: 3360: 3353: 3350: 3347:, p. 279 3346: 3342: 3337: 3334: 3330: 3325: 3322: 3318: 3313: 3311: 3307: 3303: 3298: 3296: 3292: 3288: 3283: 3280: 3276: 3271: 3268: 3264: 3259: 3256: 3252: 3248: 3243: 3240: 3236: 3231: 3229: 3227: 3225: 3223: 3219: 3215: 3210: 3207: 3203: 3199: 3194: 3192: 3188: 3184: 3179: 3176: 3173:, p. 49. 3172: 3171:Pedahzur 2006 3167: 3164: 3160: 3155: 3153: 3151: 3149: 3145: 3141: 3136: 3134: 3130: 3126: 3121: 3118: 3114: 3109: 3106: 3102: 3097: 3094: 3090: 3085: 3082: 3078: 3074: 3069: 3066: 3062: 3057: 3054: 3051:, p. 56. 3050: 3049:Pedahzur 2006 3045: 3042: 3039:, p. 76. 3038: 3037:Moghadam 2003 3033: 3030: 3026: 3021: 3018: 3014: 3009: 3006: 3002: 2997: 2995: 2991: 2988:, p. 38. 2987: 2986:Pedahzur 2006 2982: 2979: 2976:, p. 99. 2975: 2974:Pedahzur 2006 2970: 2967: 2964:, p. 21. 2963: 2962:Pedahzur 2006 2958: 2955: 2951: 2946: 2943: 2939: 2934: 2932: 2928: 2925:, p. 47. 2924: 2923:Pedahzur 2006 2919: 2917: 2915: 2911: 2907: 2902: 2900: 2898: 2896: 2892: 2889:, p. 43. 2888: 2887:Pedahzur 2006 2883: 2881: 2877: 2874:, p. 42. 2873: 2872:Pedahzur 2006 2868: 2866: 2862: 2859:, p. 70. 2858: 2853: 2850: 2846: 2845:Moghadam 2003 2841: 2839: 2837: 2835: 2833: 2831: 2827: 2824:, p. 49. 2823: 2818: 2815: 2812:, p. 19. 2811: 2806: 2803: 2799: 2794: 2792: 2788: 2785:, p. 29. 2784: 2779: 2776: 2773:, p. 77. 2772: 2771:Horowitz 2015 2767: 2764: 2760: 2759:Abufarha 2009 2755: 2752: 2748: 2743: 2740: 2736: 2735:Horowitz 2015 2731: 2728: 2725:, p. 33. 2724: 2719: 2716: 2713:, p. 76. 2712: 2711:Horowitz 2015 2707: 2704: 2701:, p. 55. 2700: 2695: 2692: 2688: 2683: 2680: 2676: 2671: 2668: 2664: 2659: 2656: 2652: 2647: 2644: 2640: 2635: 2632: 2628: 2623: 2620: 2616: 2611: 2608: 2604: 2599: 2597: 2593: 2589: 2584: 2581: 2577: 2572: 2569: 2565: 2564:Horowitz 2015 2560: 2557: 2553: 2548: 2545: 2541: 2536: 2533: 2529: 2524: 2521: 2517: 2512: 2509: 2506:, p. 90. 2505: 2500: 2498: 2494: 2490: 2485: 2482: 2478: 2473: 2470: 2466: 2465:Moghadam 2003 2461: 2459: 2457: 2455: 2451: 2447: 2442: 2439: 2435: 2434:Moghadam 2003 2430: 2427: 2423: 2422:Horowitz 2015 2418: 2415: 2412:, p. 69. 2411: 2406: 2403: 2400:, p. 40. 2399: 2394: 2391: 2387: 2382: 2379: 2375: 2374:Pedahzur 2006 2370: 2368: 2364: 2360: 2359:Moghadam 2003 2355: 2353: 2351: 2349: 2347: 2345: 2343: 2341: 2339: 2337: 2335: 2331: 2327: 2322: 2319: 2315: 2310: 2307: 2303: 2298: 2296: 2292: 2288: 2287:Pedahzur 2006 2283: 2281: 2279: 2275: 2271: 2266: 2263: 2260:, p. 62. 2259: 2258:Pedahzur 2006 2254: 2251: 2247: 2242: 2239: 2236:, p. 45. 2235: 2234:Pedahzur 2006 2230: 2227: 2223: 2222:Moghadam 2003 2218: 2216: 2214: 2212: 2210: 2206: 2202: 2197: 2195: 2191: 2188:, p. 64. 2187: 2186:Pedahzur 2006 2182: 2179: 2175: 2170: 2168: 2164: 2160: 2159:Moghadam 2003 2155: 2153: 2151: 2147: 2143: 2138: 2135: 2132:, p. 94. 2131: 2126: 2123: 2119: 2114: 2112: 2110: 2108: 2104: 2100: 2099:Moghadam 2003 2095: 2093: 2091: 2089: 2087: 2085: 2081: 2078:, p. 16. 2077: 2076:Pedahzur 2006 2072: 2069: 2065: 2060: 2058: 2056: 2052: 2048: 2043: 2041: 2039: 2035: 2031: 2030:Moghadam 2003 2026: 2024: 2020: 2016: 2011: 2009: 2007: 2005: 2001: 1997: 1992: 1990: 1988: 1986: 1982: 1978: 1973: 1971: 1967: 1963: 1962:Pedahzur 2006 1958: 1956: 1954: 1950: 1947:, p. 87. 1946: 1945:Moghadam 2003 1941: 1939: 1937: 1933: 1929: 1928:Moghadam 2003 1924: 1922: 1920: 1918: 1916: 1914: 1912: 1910: 1906: 1902: 1897: 1895: 1891: 1887: 1882: 1880: 1876: 1872: 1871:Nanninga 2019 1867: 1865: 1861: 1858:, p. 279 1857: 1853: 1850:, p. 7; 1849: 1848:Nanninga 2019 1845: 1840: 1837: 1834:, p. 72. 1833: 1832:Horowitz 2015 1828: 1826: 1824: 1822: 1820: 1818: 1816: 1812: 1809:, p. 68. 1808: 1807:Moghadam 2003 1803: 1801: 1799: 1797: 1795: 1793: 1789: 1785: 1780: 1777: 1773: 1768: 1766: 1764: 1762: 1760: 1758: 1756: 1754: 1752: 1750: 1748: 1744: 1740: 1736: 1735:Pedahzur 2006 1731: 1728: 1725: 1721: 1717: 1713: 1709: 1708:Moghadam 2003 1704: 1701: 1698:, p. 753 1697: 1693: 1689: 1685: 1684:Moghadam 2003 1680: 1677: 1672: 1662: 1659: 1653: 1649: 1646: 1644: 1641: 1639: 1636: 1635: 1631: 1629: 1627: 1626: 1621: 1613: 1611: 1609: 1605: 1596: 1595: 1591: 1590: 1586: 1584: 1582: 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Index

Palestinian suicide bombings

Haifa bus 37 suicide bombing
Hamas
suicide bombings
Palestinian groups
Israeli-Palestinian conflict
Second Intifada
Hamas
Palestinian Islamic Jihad
Oslo Accords
PLO
development of a martyrdom cult
Al-Aqsa Martyrs' Brigades
Tanzim
Jihad
animosity toward Jews
1948 displacement
Israeli occupation
home front
two-state solution
Ariel Sharon
West Bank barrier
Suicide attack
Islamic terrorism
Lebanon
1981 Iraqi Embassy in Beirut
Islamic Dawa Party
Hezbollah
1983 Beirut barracks bombings

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