Netanyahu Confirms Israel is Arming Gaza Clans Against Hamas

Gaza Conflict: Netanyahu Confirms Arming of Palestinian Clans Against Hamas The ongoing conflict in Gaza took a new turn this week when Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu publicly confirmed that Israel is providing weapons to certain Palestinian clans to fight against Hamas. This unprecedented move has sparked a wave of reactions and concerns. Netanyahu stated, "On the advice of security officials, we activated clans in Gaza that oppose Hamas." However, this decision has been met with criticism from Palestinians and aid workers who claim that some of these armed groups have engaged in criminal activities such as looting and obstructing aid deliveries. Avigdor Liberman, a prominent political rival of Netanyahu, added to the controversy. He accused Netanyahu of arming the Abu Shabab clan, alleging links to Islamic State. Liberman stated, "Netanyahu is building against Hamas; he is building ISIS." The Abu Shabab clan, known in Gaza for alleged criminal activities, has denied these accusations. They posted online that they are protecting aid shipments to Israeli-backed food distribution centers. This conflicting information highlights the complexities of the situation on the ground in Gaza. The international community is closely monitoring the situation, concerned about the potential consequences of this strategy and the wider implications for the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza. The confirmation raises serious questions about the long-term effects of arming local militias in a volatile conflict zone.