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Hamas' victory

Israel's refusal to engage with Hamas is a knee-jerk reaction. During World War II, were not the U.S. and other allied forces assisted by the so-called resistance forces in many countries, including France? Hamas is a legitimately elected party. Its stance on Israel is bound to change now that it is in power. The West would do well to wait and watch for Hamas to negotiate an amicable settlement.

M.S. Khaleel,
Bangalore

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The glimmer of hope for peace in West Asia has disappeared with the victory of Hamas. The militant group has exploited the scars etched in the minds of Palestinians for political mileage. It will prove detrimental to world peace.

Manu Melwin Joy,
Thrissur, Kerala

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Hamas leaders should be grateful to Israeli hardliners for their stunning victory. It would be a mistake if Israel and friends interpret this result as popular support for the whole spectrum of Hamas' ideology. It is only an expression of Palestinian desperation at the slow progress of the peace process.

C.J.M. Mathew,
Faridabad, Haryana

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