Armed units loyal to Hamas have deployed across Gaza following the killing of two of its elite fighters by members of the Dughmush clan, escalating fears of internal violence. In response, Hamas forces surrounded areas believed to be controlled by the clan, resulting in further casualties and kidnappings. The situation is exacerbated by the widespread availability of weapons, looted during the recent war, and uncertainty over Gaza's future governance. Many residents and observers warn that the current tensions, coupled with frustration and chaos, could push the territory toward civil conflict, undermining peace efforts and deepening the suffering of Gazans.