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Child Soldiers: Parallels in Khmer Rouge and Hamas Indoctrination

1/2/2026

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The former Khmer Rouge child soldier discusses indoctrination methods used by both the Khmer Rouge and Hamas.
He highlights the similarities in how these groups manipulate children to advance their agendas.
The article features an image of a child in Gaza City wearing a Hamas head banner after Friday prayers, illustrating the ongoing indoctrination in conflict zones.

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Story summary

The former Khmer Rouge child soldier discusses indoctrination methods used by both the Khmer Rouge and Hamas.
He highlights the similarities in how these groups manipulate children to advance their agendas.
The article features an image of a child in Gaza City wearing a Hamas head banner after Friday prayers, illustrating the ongoing indoctrination in conflict zones.