Gazans Demonstrate as Israel Warns of Land Seizures

Gazans’ rare protests against Hamas, which is known to be ruthless in its suppression of dissent, were motivated by fear of losing their land, analysts say.

An Israeli soldier operates a tank at a position along Israel's southern border with the northern Gaza Strip on March 19, 2025. Jack Guez/AFP via Getty Images

News Analysis

Israel, resuming the fight against Hamas terrorists to free the hostages taken during the Oct. 7, 2023, attack, is stepping up the pressure with the threat of land seizures.