Hamas Losing Control in Gaza, Controls Less Than 20% of Territory
Translated & summarized from Behadrei Haredim by baba
Hamas is losing control in the Gaza Strip, with Israeli forces controlling about 67% of the territory and Hamas effectively governing only 17% to 20%. The group is struggling against local militias and attempting to maintain influence through humanitarian projects. Central Gaza remains Hamas's primary stronghold.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Hamas effectively controls only 17% to 20% of the Gaza Strip, according to reports.
- Israeli forces currently control approximately 67% of Gaza's territory.
- Hamas faces challenges from local militias reportedly backed by Israel.
- The organization is promoting humanitarian projects to retain influence among residents.
- Central Gaza is identified as Hamas's main remaining stronghold.
Hamas is increasingly losing its grip on the Gaza Strip, struggling to enforce its authority even in areas not under Israeli control, according to a report in the Saudi newspaper Asharq Al-Awsat. Israeli forces currently control approximately 67% of the territory. However, Hamas's control is also diminished in the remaining areas beyond the "green line," with Palestinian sources estimating the organization effectively governs only 17% to 20% of Gaza.
Despite these challenges, Hamas is attempting to maintain its influence among Gaza's residents by promoting humanitarian projects. Simultaneously, the group is confronting the rise of local militias reportedly backed by Israel. Hamas operatives are reportedly setting up ambushes to disrupt these militias and prevent their entrenchment in the Strip.
Nevertheless, Hamas maintains a presence in some areas, with residents reporting activity by its members west of Salah al-Din Street and in territories beyond the "green line." The central Gaza Strip is considered the organization's main stronghold, where its security mechanisms continue to operate and maintain a significant hold.
