Hamas security officer says group has lost control over most of Gaza

Published: 7/6/2025
Hamas security officer says group has lost control over most of Gaza
A senior Hamas security officer reveals to the BBC that the group has lost control over 80% of Gaza due to Israeli strikes, leading to internal disintegration and security collapse. Armed clans are now filling the void left by Hamas, as the officer highlights the group's leadership losses and inability to maintain security. The emergence of armed groups affiliated with local clans, like Yasser Abu Shabab, poses a threat to Hamas as they vie for control in the region amid widespread chaos.