Hamas has instructed its members in Gaza to avoid gathering to celebrate the publication of high school exam results, warning that such gatherings would give Israel an opportunity to strike them. The directive was issued via internal channels, with no independent verification.
Hamas sent an internal message to its members in Gaza instructing them not to participate in gatherings celebrating the publication of the baccalaureate (high school) exam results. The organization warned that such gatherings would provide Israel with an opportunity to attack them. The directive appears aimed at preventing large civilian gatherings that could be targeted by Israeli strikes, a recurring concern in Gaza. Hamas has previously issued similar warnings about public gatherings, including against alleged 'collaborator gangs' exploiting public events. The message is single-sourced and unverified by independent parties, but reflects the security posture within the Strip.
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