The IDF has also notably steered clear of conflict with the armed militia after returning to war in March, allowing the group to set up checkpoints and inspect the aid going to Rafah, the UN and humanitarian groups said. Despite Shabab’s efforts to distance himself from the Jewish state, Israeli media has propped him as the man who can succeed Hamas and steer Gaza in a new direction following Netanyahu’s proposal to have the Strip led by local leaders approved by Israel. Israel’s plan to bolster local clans is reminiscent of its failed “Village League” strategy in the West Bank during the 70s and 80s, where the Jewish state gave money and privileges to carry arms to local clan leaders to oppose the Palestine Liberation Organization.
Author: Ronny Reyes
Published at: 2025-08-03 21:35:51
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