The TakePalestinians in Gaza celebrated after Israeli-backed militia leader Yasser Abu Shabab was killed.When Gaza militia leader Yasser Abu Shabab was killed last week, few Palestinians mourned his death. After Israel’s genocidal war in Gaza began in 2023, Abu Shabab and his Israel-backed Popular Forces group attempted to present themselves as an alternative to Hamas, but Palestinians instead viewed him as a traitor. What did his rise reveal about Israel’s strategy for Gaza?Published On 11 Dec 2025
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THU · 2025-12-11 · 19:54 GMTBRIEF NSR-2025-1211-2156
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Who was Israel-backed Gaza militia leader Yasser Abu Shabab?
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.
Al JazeeraFiled 2025-12-11 · 19:54 GMTLean · CenterRead · 1 min
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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 was killed last week.
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Yasser Abu Shabab was a Gaza militia leader.
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Abu Shabab's Popular Forces group was backed by Israel.
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Abu Shabab attempted to present himself as an alternative to Hamas.
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Palestinians viewed Abu Shabab as a traitor.
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