Who was Israel-backed Gaza militia leader Yasser Abu Shabab?

Al JazeeraCenterSCO 1 min read 100% complete December 11, 2025 at 08:54 PM

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Yasser Abu Shabab, an Israeli-backed militia leader in Gaza, was killed in December 2025, prompting celebrations among Palestinians. Abu Shabab led the Popular Forces group, which emerged after the start of Israel's war in Gaza in 2023. The group attempted to position itself as a replacement for Hamas, but was largely viewed by Palestinians as collaborators with Israel. Abu Shabab's rise and subsequent death highlights Israel's strategy of supporting alternative groups within Gaza. His story raises questions about Israel's broader plans for the region.

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Yasser Abu Shabab ×2100% Gaza ×3100% Israel ×2100%

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gaza 90% israel-backed 80% militia leader 80% yasser abu shabab 70% palestinians 60% hamas 60% israel strategy 50% popular forces 50% traitor 40%

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Gaza

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