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Hamas Accused of Beating, Stoning Civilians in Gaza Over Aid Access

Jul 6, 2024, 12:48 AM

Hamas members have been accused of beating and detaining Palestinian civilians in Gaza who were attempting to access humanitarian aid. Video footage and images circulating on social media show masked individuals, believed to be Hamas, attacking civilians near aid warehouses. The incidents reportedly occurred after Hamas accused the civilians of stealing food from the warehouses. Hamas has been criticized for blocking access to aid, stealing supplies meant for the people, and mistreating those it suspects of theft. Reports indicate that Hamas has stolen billions of dollars worth of resources from Palestinians. In some cases, civilians were stoned to death by orders from Hamas, and others were sprayed with the word 'sinner' before being beaten. The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have shared graphic footage of these alleged attacks, further highlighting the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza.