'Losing control': Hamas's grip weakens as Gazan desperation grows - analysis

Hamas is making efforts to maintain basic governance in the Palestinian street in Gaza .

Hamas is managing to evade the security apparatus and get its hands on millions .

Hamas imposes taxes on the private sector and international organizations, both directly and indirectly, on all goods entering the Gaza Strip .

UNRWA representatives in southern Gaza received threatening calls from Hamas operatives.

Hamas is aware that the Palestinian issue has been pushed out of the international spotlight due to events like the upcoming US presidential elections, the Olympic Games , and global economic concerns.

Hamas ’s Information Ministry , one of the most powerful bodies in Gaza , is making efforts to keep the issue relevant.

Hamas is especially concerned that Israel might soon announce the re-establishment of settlements like Elei Sinai , Nisanit , and Dugit in the Strip .

Families that have managed to maintain some level of stability are keeping expenses to a minimum.

Hamas has been able to recruit individuals for civil and military activities against the IDF by offering money, food, or cigarettes in return.

Security officials believe that a long ceasefire, especially if tied to an agreement for the release of hostages, could spark a violent uprising.