Yasser abu Shabab, leader of Israel-backed militia, killed in Gaza Death of commander of Popular Forces is blow to Israel’s efforts to confront Hamas through proxy groups The Guardian - UK · Dec 4, 2025
King of Jordan says Arab nations will object to ‘enforcing’ ceasefire in Gaza King Abdullah questioned what role international troops would play in the Strip The Independent UK · Oct 27, 2025
Inside the Israel-backed militias, rival clans and Hamas factions battling for power in Gaza IN DEPTH: Anti-Hamas armed groups are now stationed behind Israeli lines in Gaza while clashes between Hamas and other clans rage on, as militants fight over control of the destroyed strip. Bel Trew speaks to some of the actors involved to find out how we got here The Independent UK · Oct 21, 2025
Hamas crackdown in Gaza leaves dozens dead amid power struggle Hamas's operation in Gaza City over the weekend killed 32 people, targeting a rival clan. Despite the ceasefire with Israel, tensions remain high with multiple skirmishes reported over the past 10 days. Euronews · Oct 13, 2025
Israel-backed militia groups potentially threaten new peace plan for Gaza Israeli military has been arming alternatives to Hamas, with up to a dozen new groups emerging The Guardian - UK · Sep 30, 2025
Is Israel using Gaza tribal militias to help ethnic cleansing? Yasser Abu Shabab escaped prison and has since emerged as an Israeli-backed militia leader in southern Gaza. Al Jazeera · Aug 12, 2025
Exclusive: Abu Shabab forces emerge as new militia in Gaza to challenge Hamas' control The Popular Forces, a new Palestinian militia in Gaza, aims to challenge Hamas and its rule. However, scepticism surrounds the group over its ability to assert itself, as well as its leader Yasser Abu Shabab and his criminal past. Euronews · Jul 10, 2025