Disturbing footage from Gaza shows eight men publicly executed by gunmen linked to Hamas, accused of collaborating with Israel. The victims, blindfolded and kneeling, were shot one by one as onlookers shouted in support. Hamas described them as “criminals and collaborators,” though no public evidence has been presented.
The killings occurred shortly after Israeli forces withdrew from several key areas in Gaza. In the resulting power vacuum, Hamas has moved to reassert control, reportedly targeting rival factions and local militias that had gained influence during the recent conflict. Its forces have resumed street patrols, signaling a harsh return to authority.
Meanwhile, U.S. President Donald Trump has warned Hamas to disarm immediately, threatening American intervention if the group refuses. While Hamas has suggested openness to limited negotiations, it remains determined to maintain order on its own terms. The executions underscore the fragile security situation and the mounting tension surrounding Gaza’s future governance.