Gaza's Powerful Clans Challenge Hamas Control Following Extended Conflict and Ceasefire

Oct 15, 2025 01:16 am CST

As the Gaza ceasefire takes hold, Hamas faces increasing resistance from powerful local clans including the Abu Shabab, Doghmosh, Al-Majayda, and Hellis families. These long-established clan networks with their own armed contingents have emerged as significant challengers to Hamas authority, prompting a violent crackdown as the group attempts to reassert control over the devastated territory.