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Hamas Tightens Grip on Gaza Amid Rival Gang Violence

10/26/2025

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Hamas consolidates power in Gaza, with the Ezzedine Al-Qassam Brigades remaining the dominant military force amid rival gangs.
The rival groups are seen as self-serving and lacking legitimacy, posing little threat to Hamas's control.
Violent reprisals against these factions have included public executions, drawing comparisons to Islamic State tactics.
International forces are hesitant to intervene.
Analysts warn that Hamas is reorganizing and strengthening, making disarmament unlikely in the post-war environment.

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Story summary

Hamas consolidates power in Gaza, with the Ezzedine Al-Qassam Brigades remaining the dominant military force amid rival gangs.
The rival groups are seen as self-serving and lacking legitimacy, posing little threat to Hamas's control.
Violent reprisals against these factions have included public executions, drawing comparisons to Islamic State tactics.
International forces are hesitant to intervene.
Analysts warn that Hamas is reorganizing and strengthening, making disarmament unlikely in the post-war environment.