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May 26, 2026 at 2:05 PM ET
Khan Yunis militia leader says Hamas spreads claims to deter defections
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Hussam al-Astal says Hamas is using psychological warfare to prevent people from joining anti-Hamas forces.
WHO: Hussam al-Astal
WHAT: Says Hamas is spreading false claims as part of psychological warfare to undermine armed groups and pressure Gazans not to reach out to them.
WHEN: May 26, 2026 at 1:11 PM ET
WHERE: Khan Yunis, Gaza Strip
WHY: He was reacting to Hamas claims that members of Israeli-backed militias sought to break away and rejoin Hamas.
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