The ongoing conflict between Hamas and Israel has been a long-standing issue in the Middle East. The question of who has given Hamas the authority to expand its territory from the river to the sea is a contentious one, with both sides claiming legitimacy for their actions. Hamas, a militant Islamic organization, has been in control of the Gaza Strip since 2007. Its charter calls for the destruction of Israel and the establishment of an Islamic state in Palestine. Hamas has been accused of using violence and terrorism to achieve its goals, including numerous rocket attacks on Israeli cities. Israel, on the other hand, is a democratic state that has existed since 1948. It has faced numerous security threats over the years, including from Hamas and other militant groups. Israel's position is that it has the right to defend itself against these threats and that it will not allow Hamas to expand its authority beyond the Gaza Strip. The issue of who has given Hamas the authority to expan...