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Hamas Faces Financial Crisis, Struggles to Pay Fighters

4/18/2025

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Hamas is grappling with a crippling financial crisis, unable to fully compensate its fighters due to Israel's blockade and the suspension of humanitarian aid. Many fighters are receiving just half their salaries, while some government employees go unpaid. This dire situation has pushed the group to increasingly rely on black market sales, complicating both recruitment and cease-fire talks.

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Story summary

Hamas is grappling with a crippling financial crisis, unable to fully compensate its fighters due to Israel's blockade and the suspension of humanitarian aid. Many fighters are receiving just half their salaries, while some government employees go unpaid. This dire situation has pushed the group to increasingly rely on black market sales, complicating both recruitment and cease-fire talks.