In Gaza City, violent confrontations between Hamas security forces and members of the Dughmush clan have resulted in at least 27 deaths, marking one of the most severe internal conflicts since the cessation of major Israeli military operations. The clashes began in the Tel al-Hawa neighborhood, where over 300 Hamas fighters attempted to storm a residential area occupied by Dughmush gunmen. Eyewitness accounts describe a chaotic scene as families fled their homes under heavy gunfire, with many having already been displaced multiple times due to previous conflicts. The Hamas interior ministry reported that eight of its members were killed in what they termed an 'armed assault by a militia,' while medical sources confirmed the deaths of 19 Dughmush clan members. The Dughmush family has a history of conflict with Hamas, and tensions have escalated following recent Israeli attacks that destroyed their homes. Hamas has mobilized its security forces to reassert control in Gaza, raising concerns about potential further violence.