JERUSALEM — As negotiations continue in Cairo on the U.S.-led peace initiative, Fox News Digital has obtained video showing anti-Hamas militias in Gaza have officially endorsed President Donald Trump’s plan to end the war and secure the release of Israeli hostages. The statement marks a significant shift in the geopolitical landscape of the region. This support emerges amid intense fighting in the Gaza Strip, particularly in Khan Younis, where anti-Hamas groups have engaged in direct confrontations against Hamas, signaling a potential transformation in local governance.
According to the Center for Peace Communications (CPC), three key anti-Hamas militias, including the Popular Forces in Rafah and the Popular Northern Forces, have publicly endorsed Trump’s proposal. Yasser Abu Shabab, leader of the Popular Forces, stated that Trump’s plan represents a crucial pathway to end the ongoing bloodshed and establish peace in the Middle East. Ashraf Al-Mansi, head of the Popular Northern Forces, expressed his appreciation for Trump’s leadership, while Rami Hillis of the Popular Defense Forces promised to support the implementation of the plan.
The recent clashes in Khan Younis have intensified, with reports indicating heavy combat between anti-Hamas groups and Hamas insurgents. The CPC highlighted that these confrontations have led to the deaths of at least 20 Hamas fighters during the recent encounter, including a high-ranking commander. Michael Nahum from CPC emphasized that this marks the first time that anti-Hamas militias have effectively challenged Hamas on the battlefield and driven them out of their areas, indicating a potential turning point in the conflict.
Hamas has claimed that its actions in Khan Younis were motivated by efforts to arrest Palestinians collaborating with Israel; however, the attacks have resulted in the deaths of five members of the al-Mujaida family. The CPC has also revealed that Hamas has constructed sophisticated tunnels under two hospitals in the Gaza Strip, including a missile production workshop, which has been widely condemned as a violation of the Geneva Convention.
While the conflict continues, Israel is reportedly providing support to the anti-Hamas militias, signaling a potential alignment of interests between the Israeli government and these groups. Nahum expressed optimism, suggesting that this could mark the beginning of a more stable governance structure in Gaza, as these militias are no longer mere shadows but active forces challenging the established order. With estimates suggesting up to 20,000 Hamas fighters are still present in the area, the recent developments could have a major impact on the region’s future stability.