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“The problem is not Hamas, the problem is not people. The root of the problem is Islam itself as an idea, as an idea. And about Hamas as an organization, of course, the Hamas leadership, including my father, they're responsible; they're responsible for all the violence that happened from the…” quote by Mosab Hassan Yousef
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“The problem is not Hamas, the problem is not people. The root of the problem is Islam itself as an idea, as an idea. And about Hamas as an organization, of course, the Hamas leadership, including my father, they're responsible; they're responsible for all the violence that happened from the organization.”

Mosab Hassan Yousef

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Source Interview: The Secret Life of a Spy, 2015

The core issue is an ideological belief system, not a specific group; individual leaders are accountable for violence.

In simple terms: Problem lies in the idea, not the people.

Key Takeaway

Address underlying ideology.

Themes

terrorism ideology responsibility conflict identity

Mood

cautious critical

Type

political ethical

When to use this quote

  • Counter‑radicalization programs
  • Community dialogues
  • Policy making

Key Concepts

Political science Religious studies Psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can societies challenge harmful ideas?
  • What role do leaders play in violence?
A Different Perspective

Simplifies complex socio‑political dynamics.

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