Hundreds of people in Gaza have joined the largest anti-Hamas protest since the war with Israel began, with demonstrators calling for the group to step down from power. The protest, which took place in Beit Lahia in northern Gaza, saw masked Hamas militants armed with guns and batons forcefully dispersing the protesters and assaulting several of them.
Videos of the protest circulated on social media, showing young men marching through the streets and chanting “out, out, out, Hamas out.” Pro-Hamas supporters defended the group and accused the protesters of being traitors, while Hamas has not yet commented on the demonstrations.
The protest in Beit Lahia followed Islamic Jihad gunmen launching rockets at Israel, prompting the Israeli military to evacuate parts of the area, which angered the public in the region.
This demonstration reflects growing discontent and frustration among Gazans towards Hamas amidst the ongoing conflict with Israel. It also highlights the complex political dynamics and internal divisions within Gaza.
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