Hamas struggles to rule Gaza Strip, including outside Israeli-controlled areas

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Hamas admits that it is losing its grip on the Gaza Strip and that it controls less than 20% of the territory. Sources in the group and in other terror organizations said Hamas is struggling to maintain its hold even in areas that are not under Israeli control.

The center of the Strip remains Hamas's strongest stronghold. The group is trying to maintain its influence over the population through humanitarian initiatives, and seeks to thwart the activity of Israeli-backed militias.