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Hamas’s rule has been characterized by severe restrictions, including deprivation of basic needs like water, food, and medicine, often exploited for political gains or used as human shields during conflict. While some Gazans have risked their lives protesting Hamas’s rule—sometimes facing brutal repression—they remain under a regime that, many argue, perpetuates their suffering and complicates efforts for peace and stability.
The recent conflict has only intensified debates about whether Palestinians in Gaza are victims of their own government or victims of external military actions. The distinction is crucial in determining who qualifies for asylum and on what grounds.