Which group is primarily involved in the conflict with Israel?

The group primarily involved in the conflict with Israel is Hamas. This organization, which emerged in the late 1980s, is known for its militant opposition to Israel and has engaged in direct armed conflict with Israeli forces. Hamas controls the Gaza Strip and has been a significant actor in various confrontations and military actions against Israel, including rocket attacks and ground operations.

Hamas's charter originally called for the destruction of Israel and the establishment of an Islamic state in the entire territory of Palestine. Its role has been central to the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict, particularly since it gained control of Gaza in 2007, leading to severe military confrontations with Israel.

While the Palestinian Authority is also involved in the political landscape and has a role in the peace process, it does not engage in direct military action against Israel to the extent that Hamas does. Saudi Arabia and the Egyptian military, while influential regional players, are not primarily conflict actors in the direct hostilities faced between Hamas and Israel.