Definitions:

1. Is a military wing of Hamas, an Islamic political and military group. NOUN
   • In an effort to increase pressure on Israel, the Qassam Brigades intensified their use of incendiary balloons, causing fires in agricultural areas adjacent to Gaza.
2. The military arm of Hamas responsible for suicide bombings and other attacks on Israel. NOUN
   • The Qassam Brigades claimed responsibility for the rocket attacks launched from the Gaza Strip into southern Israel last night.

Synonyms:

• iz al-din al-qassam battalion
• salah al-din battalion