Hamas Execution Video and Violence Erupts in Gaza

As the dust begins to settle after weeks of relentless warfare between Israel and Hamas, a new and deeply troubling chapter has emerged in Gaza. Violent clashes have broken out among rival groups, shaking the already fragile stability of the war-torn territory. Reports circulating on social media paint a grim picture of Hamas’ brutal campaign to reassert its dominance. Among these reports is a disturbing video showing what appears to be a public execution carried out by masked men wearing Hamas insignia.

The footage, verified by CNN to have been filmed in Gaza City’s al-Sabra neighborhood, shows eight blindfolded detainees being executed in front of a large crowd. While the exact date of the incident remains uncertain, evidence of war damage in the background suggests it was recorded recently likely after the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas took effect.

This chilling scene has reignited fears about the kind of rule Hamas intends to impose as it regains control in Gaza, raising serious concerns about human rights violations and internal repression under the guise of maintaining order.

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The Incident and Video

The viral video that has shocked the world depicts an alarming act of violence. Masked fighters some wearing green Hamas headbands are seen dragging eight men into a public square. The detainees, all adults, have their hands tied behind their backs and are partially stripped, barefoot, and blindfolded.

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Moments later, the prisoners are lined up before the armed men. Some of the captives are struck and humiliated, while the crowd watches in silence. Then, the fighters open fire. The men collapse, lifeless, as their executioners cheer and raise their weapons in triumph.

The video’s setting buildings pockmarked by artillery and rubble underscores the recentness of the event. The apparent intention behind the public display seems to be both punitive and symbolic: to warn anyone who dares to challenge Hamas’ authority that dissent will be crushed swiftly and mercilessly.

Human Rights Condemnation and International Outcry

Human rights groups have denounced the killings as flagrant violations of international law. The Al-Mezan Center for Human Rights, a Palestinian NGO based in Gaza, labeled the event “an extrajudicial execution of citizens.” The organization called for an immediate and transparent investigation, urging that those responsible be held accountable.

Al-Mezan further warned that such actions reflect a broader trend of Hamas using “security operations” as a pretext for arbitrary arrests, torture, and execution. The group argued that these acts threaten not only individual lives but also the social fabric of Gaza itself, sowing fear and mistrust among its already traumatized population.

International observers have echoed these sentiments, describing the execution as an alarming sign that Hamas’ return to power is being enforced through terror, not governance.

Hamas’ Justification: The Radaa Security Force’s Statement

In response to public outrage, the Hamas-affiliated Radaa security force released a statement claiming responsibility for the “operation.” The group described it as a “precise and successful mission” targeting “wanted individuals and outlaws.”

According to Radaa, the executed men were involved in “shootings, killings of displaced persons, and attacks on civilians.” The statement also asserted that Radaa had taken control of key positions in Gaza City and arrested several collaborators allegedly tied to rival armed militias.

However, Radaa provided no evidence to substantiate these claims. Independent observers, including CNN, could not verify the identities of either the gunmen or the prisoners. Critics argue that the statement appears designed to legitimize what was in reality a retaliatory killing meant to consolidate Hamas’ control rather than enforce justice.

Escalating Internal Conflict: Hamas vs. the Doghmush Family

Behind this violence lies a deeper internal power struggle. Multiple sources suggest that the incident stems from a violent confrontation between Hamas fighters and the Doghmush family, one of Gaza’s most powerful clans based in the al-Sabra neighborhood.

Reports indicate that tensions escalated after the son of a senior Hamas commander was killed, allegedly by members of the Doghmush clan. Retaliatory violence quickly spread across Gaza City, including the Tel al-Hawa district, soon after the ceasefire began.

According to the Al-Mezan Center, clashes between Hamas forces and local gunmen led to casualties on both sides. Several Doghmush family members were arrested, and it is believed that some of those detained were among the men executed in the video.

The Doghmush Family’s Response and Denunciation

In a strongly worded statement, the Doghmush family condemned the violence and accused Hamas of carrying out a campaign of “killing, intimidation, torture, and burning of homes with residents inside.”

The family claimed that the attacks were unjustified and based on false pretexts. They emphasized their steadfastness in resisting Israeli attempts to recruit or manipulate them during the war. “What is happening today,” the family said, “is a heinous crime committed against a family known for its resolve and rejection of all forms of collaboration and treachery.”

The Doghmush family, which says it lost more than 600 members in the recent conflict with Israel, called for justice and accountability for what it described as a massacre carried out by fellow Palestinians.

Palestinian Authority and Global Reaction

The office of Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas swiftly condemned the killings, calling them “heinous crimes” and “a blatant violation of human rights.” The presidency further declared that Hamas bears full responsibility for “these crimes that harm the supreme interests of the Palestinian people.”

Meanwhile, the Israeli Foreign Ministry seized upon the viral video to highlight Hamas’ brutality. In a social media post, it stated: “The terror group rules through fear executing civilians, torturing dissenters, shooting those who dare protest. Palestinians seeking food or freedom are met with bullets, not compassion. It’s not resistance it’s tyranny.”

The footage has further polarized international opinion, with some observers warning that such scenes could undermine global sympathy for Gaza’s humanitarian plight and fuel renewed calls for Hamas’ disarmament.

International Political Context: Trump’s Controversial Comments

Adding to the controversy, former U.S. President Donald Trump made headlines when he suggested that Hamas had received his approval to temporarily police Gaza following the ceasefire. Speaking aboard Air Force One en route to the Middle East, Trump claimed that the group “wants to stop the problems” and that his administration had granted them a limited mandate to enforce security.

Trump’s “20-point peace plan,” unveiled the previous week, promised amnesty to Hamas members willing to disarm and commit to peaceful coexistence. However, critics say his remarks may have inadvertently emboldened Hamas to enforce its rule through coercive means.

“They lost probably 60,000 people,” Trump said. “That’s a lot of retribution. We just want things to be safe.” His comments have sparked outrage among human rights advocates who fear that international leniency toward Hamas’ governance could normalize violence as a tool of control.

Broader Implications: Power Vacuum and Fear Politics in Gaza

The current wave of violence underscores the dangerous power vacuum left in Gaza after Israel’s withdrawal. Hamas, weakened by war but eager to reassert dominance, has turned inward waging battles not just against Israel but also against its own people.

The public executions appear designed to send a chilling message: dissent will not be tolerated. Such displays of raw power serve to remind civilians who holds authority in a territory where law and order are defined by the barrel of a gun.

For ordinary Gazans, who have endured years of war, blockade, and internal strife, these scenes deepen despair. The hope of rebuilding a functioning civil society grows dim as political factions prioritize revenge and control over reconciliation and recovery.

The al-Sabra executions are more than isolated acts of violence they symbolize Gaza’s ongoing unraveling from within. Even as the ceasefire brings a pause to external warfare, internal conflict threatens to ignite a new cycle of bloodshed.

The competing narratives Hamas’ claims of restoring order versus families’ pleas for justice reflect a territory torn apart by mistrust and fear. Without accountability and a genuine commitment to rule of law, Gaza risks descending into tyranny masked as governance.

For the people of Gaza, the tragedy is not only in the violence itself but in the silence that follows an enduring reminder that even in the aftermath of war, peace remains painfully out of reach.

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