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Why did Hamas execute Palestinians?

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Hamas executed Palestinians accused of collaborating with Israel or being part of rival gangs, presenting these actions as efforts to restore law and order in Gaza amid a breakdown of governance. The executions are part of a longstanding pattern of punishing suspected collaborators and consolidating control.

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Hamas executes Palestinians accused of collaborating with Israel

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  • Hamas has executed Palestinians accused of collaborating with Israel. 41s
  • Video footage shows armed Hamas fighters lining up and executing the accused. 47s
  • These executions are part of a broader pattern of punishment for suspected collaborators. 58s
  • Gaza currently lacks functioning governance, with no schools or government ministries operating. 2m 3s
  • Efforts to recover the bodies of deceased Israeli hostages and establish interim governance are ongoing.
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Hamas executes Palestinians accused of collaborating with Israel
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CBS News
13 hours ago
Hamas executes Palestinians accused of collaborating with Israel

Hamas fighters are seen lining up and executing Palestinians they accuse of being gangsters collaborating with Israel, as part of efforts to restore law and order.

Hamas executes Palestinians accused of collaborating with Israel
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CBS News
13 hours ago
Hamas executes Palestinians accused of collaborating with Israel

The executions are described as part of a long pattern of punishment meted out to suspected collaborators.

Hamas tightens its grip over Gaza enclave amidst calls to disarm
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France 24
23 hours ago
Hamas tightens its grip over Gaza enclave amidst calls to disarm

Hamas conducts public executions of men accused of being outlaws or collaborating with Israel, aiming to tighten control over Gaza after a ceasefire.

Hamas tightens its grip over Gaza enclave amidst calls to disarm
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France 24
23 hours ago
Hamas tightens its grip over Gaza enclave amidst calls to disarm

The group targets those they say are collaborators and rival clans, increasing their visibility and control in the streets.

Body handed over by Hamas isn't hostage, IDF says
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CBS News
23 hours ago
Body handed over by Hamas isn't hostage, IDF says

Hamas targets Palestinians accused of collaborating with Israel, with videos showing executions of those believed to be part of armed gangs.

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