Militant group targets civilians under the guise of law enforcement while Israel continues efforts to neutralize terrorist threats.

Hamas says some looters working in organized groups Some 'execution rulings' have been carried out Hamas says will 'strike with an iron fist' Israel makes no immediate comment on Hamas' accusation CAIRO,

Hamas has executed six Palestinians in Gaza and shot 13 others in the legs for alleged looting, the militant group said in a statement, as desperation grows under a complete Israeli blockade that has now entered its third month.