Growing Support for Hamas in West Bank as Palestinians Call for Abbas' Resignation

A recent opinion poll conducted among Palestinians reveals a rise in support for Hamas, even in the devastated Gaza Strip, and an overwhelming rejection of Western-backed President Mahmoud Abbas, with nearly 90% calling for his resignation. The findings raise questions about Israel's goal of ending Hamas' military and governing capabilities and pose challenges for the Biden administration's postwar vision for Gaza. The poll also indicates a decline in support for the Palestinian Authority, with a majority of respondents calling for its dissolution. The survey highlights frustration with the international community, particularly the United States, for its positions on Gaza and humanitarian law.