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Explain Hamas rival clashes

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Hamas has clashed with rival armed clans and gangs in Gaza after regaining control, with violence fueled by a power vacuum from the conflict. Some rival groups, like the Popular Forces, have ties to ISIS and are allegedly supported by Israel. Despite these clashes, rival factions remain small and lack the capacity to challenge Hamas' entrenched authority.

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Hamas clashes with rival gangs after retaking control of Gaza

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  • Hamas fighters have clashed with rival armed clans and gangs in Gaza following a fragile ceasefire. 12s
  • The power vacuum in Gaza has led to increased violence among factions, some allegedly backed by Israel. 33s
  • Hamas attacked the Dormoush clan, resulting in the deaths of 19 members. 1m 10s
  • Anti-Hamas gangs, including the Popular Forces with links to ISIS, remain small and lack significant military power. 1m 30s
  • Observers believe these rival groups do not pose a serious threat to Hamas' dominance in Gaza. 2m 39s
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Hamas clashes with rival gangs after retaking control of Gaza
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CBC News
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Hamas clashes with rival gangs after retaking control of Gaza

Hamas fighters shoot members of a rival armed clan in a crowded street as rival gangs attack each other and Hamas inside Gaza.

Hamas clashes with rival gangs after retaking control of Gaza
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CBC News
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Hamas clashes with rival gangs after retaking control of Gaza

Some rival factions have been accused of being backed by Israel, and the power vacuum is seen as a direct result of the war in Gaza.

Hamas clashes with rival gangs after retaking control of Gaza
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Hamas clashes with rival gangs after retaking control of Gaza

The anti-Hamas gang known as Popular Forces, with links to ISIS, is led by Gasser Abu Shabab and operates with four gangs under its umbrella, allegedly cultivated by the IDF.

Hamas clashes with rival gangs after retaking control of Gaza
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Hamas clashes with rival gangs after retaking control of Gaza

Despite the presence of rival militias, they do not represent a serious threat to Hamas due to their small numbers and lack of military sophistication.

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