Hamas student group hosts military exhibition in Gaza
The Islamic Bloc, Hamas' student wing, held an exhibition in the Gaza Strip to showcase Hamas' history and military prowess.
GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip — The Islamic Bloc, Hamas’ student wing, held a major exhibition in the Gaza Strip from Nov. 14 to Nov. 22. The event was held in a school complex in the west of the city in commemoration of the ninth anniversary of the assassination of Ahmed al-Jabaari, the former commander of the Izz ad-Din al-Qassam Brigades, Hamas’ military wing.
Abdullah al-Hadidi, the deputy head of the preparatory committee for the exhibition, told Al-Monitor, “The exhibition is the first of its kind organized by the Islamic Bloc in cooperation with al-Qassam Brigades, in a bid to attract school students and introduce them to Hamas’ military industries … and instill the spirit of resistance in them.”
He explained that the exhibition included a historical display showcasing military equipment used by al-Qassam Brigades over the years in fighting against Israel, stressing that the presentation was designed for students of all levels.
Hadidi said that turnout was high at some 2,000 people a day. The morning hours were set aside for student visitors, the afternoon for women and the evening for families.
