Newly released footage appears to show Hamas preventing civilians in Gaza from moving south, despite repeated warnings that the area remains unsafe due to ongoing Israeli operations.

According to reports, Hamas has used threats, checkpoints, and fake notices to obstruct evacuations, effectively keeping civilians trapped in conflict zones. The footage also suggests that the group prioritizes the movement and safety of its own members over that of ordinary residents.

Israeli officials have long accused Hamas of using civilians as human shields by embedding military operations within populated areas. The video adds further weight to claims that Hamas deliberately restricts evacuation efforts, even as humanitarian organizations call for greater protection of civilians.

Authorities continue to urge residents of northern Gaza to move south where safety corridors have been established, stressing that evacuation is critical to saving lives.