Yasser Abu Shabab: The Fall of an Anti-Hamas Militia Leader in Gaza Conflict

Dec 05, 2025 03:32 am CST

The killing of Yasser Abu Shabab, leader of the prominent anti-Hamas militia "Popular Forces" in Gaza, marks a significant setback for Israeli efforts to support opposition groups in the territory. Abu Shabab, a Bedouin tribal leader operating from Israeli-held Rafah, established local administration in areas under his control while denying Israeli backing. His death raises questions about the viability of anti-Hamas factions amid continuing violence in Gaza despite recent ceasefire agreements.