President Trump declared the war over after hostage releases, but Gazans report Hamas fighters still control streets amid uncertainty about Gaza’s future.
After President Donald Trump declared in Israel’s Knesset that „the war is over“ and celebrated the return of the remaining living hostages, Hamas terrorists across the border in Gaza were reportedly killing its opponents in Gaza City’s main square — in full view of the public.
Videos circulating on social media appear to show the executions, which an Israeli military official told Fox News Digital are, „Hamas’s deliberate attempt to show the killing publicly and reestablish its rule by terrorizing civilians.“
Videos circulating on social media appear to show the executions, which an Israeli military official told Fox News Digital are, „Hamas’ deliberate attempt to show the killings publicly and reestablish its rule by terrorizing civilians.“
In conversations with Fox News Digital, Gazans described Hamas fighters reappearing in the streets and reasserting control — yet some said this could also be their first real chance for change and to get rid of the terror regime.
Mukhaimar Abu Saada, a political analyst from Gaza, told Fox News Digital disarming Hamas will not be easy, as clashes between the group and local militias have already erupted. „This won’t happen quickly“, he said. „We’re talking about an ideological organization. Even last night, people were killed in clashes between Hamas and local militias. It’s not a rosy road.“
Abu Saada said Hamas has issued an ultimatum giving collaborators with Israel until October 19 to surrender and seek amnesty from Hamas— as long as they were not involved in killings.
„They’re still strong“, he admitted. „Part of the reason they didn’t fight harder in the last days is that they saved some men and weapons for the day after. I still see Hamas police in the streets of Gaza. Trump said they lost thousands, but they’re still there, able to control the streets once Israel redeploys.
