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Report: Israel Arming 'Jihadist Gang' to Oppose Hamas
Above:Â Yasser Abu Shabab, leader of Gaza's "Popular Forces."Â Image copyright:Â Social Media via Ynet
The Spin
Left narrative
Netanyahu is backing an Islamic State-affiliated group in an absurd and dangerous move to counter Hamas. Indeed, Abu Shabab is a known criminal, and Israel is risking its security by arming criminal elements with jihadist ties. The revelations demonstrate that Netanyahu's plans for Gaza are incredibly shortsighted and will only make Israel's position weaker.
Right narrative
Liberman defied Israel's military censor, making comments that directly damage the country's security. Nonetheless, no one should be surprised that Israel is looking for allies that oppose Hamas. Working with local Palestinian fighters will save the lives of Israeli soldiers and set the groundwork for a post-Hamas administration in Gaza. The media's alarmist rhetoric is not useful.
Pro-Palestine narrative
Israel is deploying local collaborators to help continue its genocide in Gaza. Abu Shabab is an Islamic State-affiliated criminal who Hamas put in prison until he escaped after the war erupted. His gang has been the one who has been looting aid — something Israel has falsely accused Hamas of doing — and establishing concentration camps in southern Gaza. The international community must end this madness.