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Israel Arms Militia Against Hamas, Escalating Gaza Violence

6/11/2025

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Israel's Shin Bet has armed Yasser Abu Shabab's militia in Gaza, a group largely made up of criminals linked to drug trafficking and extortion, in a bid to combat Hamas. This controversial tactic has sparked violent confrontations, with Hamas reportedly eliminating over 50 militia members, raising concerns about the potential for further escalation in the conflict.

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Israel's Shin Bet has armed Yasser Abu Shabab's militia in Gaza, a group largely made up of criminals linked to drug trafficking and extortion, in a bid to combat Hamas. This controversial tactic has sparked violent confrontations, with Hamas reportedly eliminating over 50 militia members, raising concerns about the potential for further escalation in the conflict.