In a violent power struggle, Hamas seized control of Gaza, overtaking the installations and positions of their rival, the Fatah movement. This takeover was marked by intense and bloody conflicts between the two Palestinian factions. Hamas, known for its militant approach and opposition to Israel, aggressively pushed out Fatah, which was then the leading party in the Palestinian Authority. This takeover led to significant political and territorial divisions within the Palestinian territories, with Hamas gaining full control of Gaza and Fatah retaining authority in parts of the West Bank. The conflict not only altered the political landscape in the region but also had profound humanitarian implications for the residents of Gaza.
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