A shocking video has emerged, revealing the dark side of Hamas' recent actions in the Gaza Strip. This disturbing footage, obtained by CBS News, showcases Hamas fighters taking matters into their own hands, executing Palestinians accused of collaborating with Israel.
The video, which has sent shockwaves across the region, depicts a brutal display of power and control. It shows Hamas fighters, alongside armed men, standing over alleged gang members, accusing them of working with Israel. In a chilling turn of events, the accused are executed moments later.
But here's where it gets controversial...
According to Israeli hostage negotiator Gershon Baskin, these executions are part of a disturbing pattern. He describes Hamas as a criminal organization that has ruled over the Palestinian people in Gaza for nearly two decades, emphasizing that it is not a democratic or liberal regime.
Baskin explains that during the war, Israel armed Palestinian militia groups opposed to Hamas, in an attempt to weaken its power. However, he warns that this strategy is not sustainable, as it has empowered gangs involved in illegal activities, such as drug dealing and smuggling, and turned them into an alternative to Hamas.
And this is the part most people miss...
President Trump, in a recent statement, seemed to acknowledge Hamas' violent actions against these Palestinian militia groups. He described Hamas' elimination of 'very bad gangs' as something that didn't bother him much.
The U.S. peace deal, currently in its first phase, aims to establish an interim governing body, consisting of 'qualified Palestinians and international experts', overseen by a 'Board of Peace' chaired by Mr. Trump. However, this body has yet to be formed, leaving a governance vacuum in Gaza, as described by Baskin.
So, what does this all mean? Is Hamas' recent behavior a sign of their desire to restore order, or is it a power play with dangerous consequences?
These questions raise important discussions about the role of international intervention, the complexities of peace deals, and the fine line between justice and revenge.
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