For now, Hamas has chosen not to brutally suppress the rallies. That may change, but it also knows the world is watching, and its gunmen know Israeli drones are flying overhead The post Gaza war’s first major anti-Hamas protests may not oust it,

Thousands of residents in Gaza are protesting Hamas' role in the continuing war with Israel that has left widespread destruction in the Middle East region. Protesters are opposing the ongoing conflict and specifically blame Gaza's de facto governing body, Hamas, for its role in continuing the war.

A Hamas official responded this week to Palestinians in multiple areas of the Gaza Strip who are protesting the terrorist group’s control of the region. The rare display of discontent against the paramilitary organization controlling the region began on Tuesday and has continued through the week in scattered gatherings.