Mosab Hassan Yousef, a former member of Hamas, has emerged as a prominent critic of the Islamist movement and its growing influence in Western societies. Born in Ramallah in 1978, Yousef is the son of Sheikh Hassan Yousef, a founding leader of Hamas, the militant group that has controlled Gaza for years. Initially raised in a culture steeped in jihadist ideology, Yousef's perspective shifted dramatically after he witnessed the violence inflicted by his peers on suspected collaborators in the late 1990s.

Disillusioned by the brutality, Yousef became an informant for Shin Bet, Israel's internal security agency, adopting the code name "The Green Prince." Over the next decade, he worked undercover to thwart terror plots, claiming to have saved hundreds of lives, including those of both Palestinians and Israelis. His actions ultimately led to his estrangement from his father and forced him into exile.

Yousef's story gained international attention with the release of his memoir, "Son of Hamas," in 2010. He later expanded on his experiences in his book, "From Hamas to America," where he reflects on his life as an American citizen and his conversion to Christianity.

On November 19, Yousef spoke in Toronto at an event organized by a pro-Israel group. He criticized recent Palestinian flag raisings in Canadian cities, labeling politicians as "hypocrites looking for votes" who are "supporting chaos and terrorism." He accused local demonstrators of exploiting the tragedy in Gaza while undermining their own freedoms.

Yousef described his upbringing in a "death culture" where women are devalued and children are taught to hate in the name of resistance. He characterized Islamists as "savages" who cannot be negotiated with, asserting that they project an "inverted narrative" that accuses Israel of genocide while committing similar acts themselves.

In an interview, Yousef addressed the issue of antisemitism in Canada, stating, "The problem with the government of Canada is they have been platforming Palestine. This is the biggest antisemitism out there – rewarding Palestinians for their violence, then expecting from such a government to actually be fair to the Jews."

He further elaborated on the situation in Gaza, noting that while Hamas has ruled for 17 years, many Gazans harbor resentment against the group due to its oppressive tactics. He believes that the majority of Gazans do not view Israel as a potential peace partner and still desire a Palestinian state at Israel's expense.

Yousef expressed concern over the potential for a large-scale terror attack in the West, suggesting that jihadists currently see political victories as more advantageous than military ones. He warned of a growing influence of the Muslim Brotherhood in Western politics, stating, "If this continues, then eventually they are going to take over politics, controlling Congress or Parliament, to gain more power in decision-making circles."

He emphasized the need for allies of Israel and the Jewish community to unite against the Islamist threat, which he views as an existential danger. He called for a collective defense of freedom and a clear understanding of the strategies employed by jihadists, including financial and social jihad.

Yousef concluded by urging the need to expose what he calls baseless accusations against Israel regarding occupation and genocide, asserting that the tragedy in Gaza is a result of Hamas weaponizing civilians. His insights reflect a complex and often controversial perspective on the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the broader implications of Islamist ideologies in the West.