Israeli-backed Palestinian militias step up operations against Hamas in Gaza

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 5 min read 100% complete by Jason Burke in JerusalemMarch 13, 2026 at 01:51 PM
Israeli-backed Palestinian militias step up operations against Hamas in Gaza

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Israeli-backed Palestinian militias in Gaza have escalated operations against Hamas in recent months, including raids, assassinations, and abductions. These militias, based in Israeli-controlled eastern Gaza since the October ceasefire, have received increased logistical support and firepower from Israel. The Popular Forces and the Strike Force Against Terror are the most active, operating from Rafah and Khan Younis, respectively. They have been tasked with security duties in Israeli-controlled zones, including at the Rafah crossing. A third militia, the Ashraf al-Mansi group, has also launched attacks in Hamas-controlled areas. These increased operations have occurred even amidst ongoing Israeli airstrikes in Gaza and conflict with Iran, resulting in Palestinian casualties.

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palestinian militias 100% hamas 90% israeli-backed 80% gaza 80% israeli strikes 70% rafah 60% khan younis 50% security duties 40%

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Center-Left (-0.40)
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90%
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Gaza

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