A graphic video has surfaced showing what appears to be Hamas fighters conducting public executions in Gaza. This incident reportedly took place in the Sabra neighborhood of Gaza City, where masked gunmen executed several men in front of a crowd. The gunmen, some wearing green headbands associated with Hamas' military wing, fired multiple shots into the victims. A Hamas-affiliated Telegram account described the event as the group carrying out death sentences against "collaborators and lawbreakers."

The Palestinian Authority, led by Mahmoud Abbas, condemned the killings. U.S. President Donald Trump commented on the situation, stating it "didn't bother me much" and acknowledged that Hamas had eliminated some dangerous gang members.

Abdalhadi Alijla, a Palestinian-Swedish political scientist, described the executions as "extrajudicial execution." He noted that many in Gaza feel there is a need for such actions due to the lack of functioning courts. "Innocent people will be unjustly killed," he warned, while also highlighting the ongoing violence and bombardments that have plagued Gaza for years.

The executions come as Hamas attempts to reassert control over local clans and gangs following the withdrawal of Israeli Defense Forces from parts of Gaza as part of a ceasefire agreement. In Gaza, the term "clan" refers to large extended families that hold significant power in business and relationships with local authorities. The Doghmosh clan, based in the Sabra area, has been identified as a prominent family that has previously clashed with Hamas and has ties to extremist groups like the Islamic State.

Earlier footage reportedly showed Hamas fighters targeting Doghmosh properties. Alijla described the Doghmosh and Helles clans as "troublemakers" who seek power and coordination with those in authority.

In recent years, there have been allegations of gangs and militias, some reportedly supported by Israel, stealing humanitarian aid intended for Palestinians. Alijla noted that violent gangs have been raiding aid convoys, with one major group allegedly backed by Israel. He stated that Hamas has used the situation to position itself as the protector of Gaza's communities by targeting those involved in aid theft.

Images and videos circulating online depict Hamas fighters displaying their presence on the streets. Reports indicate that Hamas has recalled thousands of its security forces to reestablish control in various areas. If the ceasefire remains intact, Alijla believes Hamas will quickly regain its organizational structure in Gaza.

He expressed skepticism about Hamas disarming, as outlined in Trump's 20-point peace plan. Trump stated, "If they don't disarm, we will disarm them, and it will happen quickly and perhaps violently." However, Hamas has not publicly committed to disarming.