Palestinian Authority denies ties to armed militia looting Gaza aid – Middle East Monitor

The Palestinian Authority (PA) has denied any affiliation with the armed militia led by Yasser Abu Shabab, which is accused of looting humanitarian aid in Gaza. PA security spokesperson Anwar Rajab condemned the group’s claims of operating under “Palestinian legitimacy” as false, while Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu acknowledged Israel’s support for Abu Shabab’s militia, which opposes Hamas. The Gaza government has accused these “Israeli-backed armed gangs” of stealing aid, amid a devastating offensive by Israel that has resulted in significant civilian casualties and a looming humanitarian crisis.

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