Numbers reported by Hamas should be met with healthy skepticism – Opinion: Many worldwide immediately blamed IDF for October 17 hospital bombing’s casualties, crediting Hamas‘ claim; we must adhere to the truth: Hamas is fully responsible for any civilian losses | ynetnews

Gaza strip residents support Hamas. Most were joyous following the October 7 rampage, and many of them joined Hamas at the Kibbutzim near the border, so they could take part in the murders, rape, pillage and vandalism. They went back with hostages and Israeli belongings from homes and the Nova festival.