Controversy Surrounds Alleged Surrender of 'Hamas Fighters' in Gaza

Videos showing detained Palestinians allegedly surrendering weapons to Israeli forces in Gaza have raised questions about the circumstances and authenticity of the footage. BBC Verify has examined the videos and confirmed that they are different sections of a continuous sequence, with the same man handing over three guns. However, it remains unclear whether the man is genuinely surrendering the weapons or simply following instructions. The footage also raises doubts about whether the events were staged for the camera, as the man was already in his underwear and Israeli troops likely knew about the weapons. The Israeli Defense Forces stated that detainees are treated in accordance with international law.