Hamas 'psychological war' is trying to drive Gazans away, Khan Yunis militia leader tells 'Post'
Hussam al-Astal, leader of a militia in Khan Younis, claims that Hamas is conducting a psychological campaign to alienate Gazans. He asserts that many residents wish to join their cause, but Hamas is actively working to push them away. This statement reflects ongoing tensions within Gaza regarding the influence of Hamas.
- ▪Hussam al-Astal leads a militia based in Khan Younis, Gaza.
- ▪He claims that Gazans are interested in joining his militia.
- ▪Al-Astal accuses Hamas of trying to drive people away from their cause.
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Hamas 'psychological war' is trying to drive Gazans away, Khan Younis militia leader tells 'Post'Khan Younis militia leader Hussam al-Astal said that “Gazans want to join us, but Hamas tries to drive people away.”Follow us on GoogleHussam al-Astal, head of the Khan Younis-based militia in Gaza(photo credit: Courtesy Hussam al-Astal)
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