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However, Hamas responded swiftly to these dissenting voices. Masked militants armed with guns and batons moved forcefully to disperse the protesters, reducing what could be a turning point in Palestinian public opinion. This suppression underscores the group's intolerance of opposition and raises questions about the future of Palestinian public sentiment amid the ongoing conflict.
While protests have been infrequent since the start of the war, the recent demonstrations come after the fragile ceasefire shattered, leading to renewed Israeli military operations. Meanwhile, Hamas continues to hold 59 hostages, with at least 35 presumed dead, intensifying the tragic toll of the conflict.