The ruling overturning Mohamed Shahin’s detention has sparked a backlash from the Italian Right, which has accused judges of undermining public security.
The European political climate after Gaza, street-level pressure, and the partisan use of the conflict complicate any attempt to rebuild the relationship between Brussels and Jerusalem.
Reports from NGO Monitor and memoranda seized from the Islamist group reveal a system of infiltration and pressure on humanitarian organisations receiving European funds.
Poll results indicate that Hamas remains a leading choice in potential elections, with significant public satisfaction with the group since it led the pogrom in 2023.
