WATCH: Erin Molan interviews Jfeed’s Simcha Brodsky in eye-opening conversation about the Gaza Protests

Are Gaza’s Civilians Revolting Against Hamas — Or Is This a Strategic Deception? Simcha Brodsky Breaks Down the Possibilities

Shocking and confusing images from Gaza have surfaced in recent days, showing thousands of civilians flooding the streets in open defiance of Hamas... something virtually unheard of under the group’s authoritarian rule. International headlines hailed the moment as a possible turning point, calling the Gazans "heros". But is it truly the case?

Sitting down with Erin Molan in the Jfeed studios, journalist Simcha Brodsky, typically the one conducting interviews is put in the hot seat for a change, offering rare and grounded insight into the realities unfolding in Gaza.

"There’s real confusion right now," Brodsky explains. "Some think it’s an organic protest movement. Others, including soldiers inside Gaza are worried it’s all a setup by Hamas for a larger operation about to take place. Soldiers have seen children approach IDF outposts. We've heard whispers of something bigger coming. Now is the time to be vigilant."

He also points to growing resentment among Gaza’s population, with citizens furious over stolen humanitarian aid, inflated food prices, and Hamas’ continued stranglehold on their lives. Yet he warns: “Just because they're mad at Hamas doesn't mean they're pro Israel. Far from it. Both can be true simultaneously.”

A Dangerous Illusion? Or a Chance for Strategic Change?

Brodsky and Molan discuss the deeper implications: Could this moment be leveraged to reshape Gaza’s political future? Could regional players like Saudi Arabia, Trump, or the Palestinian Authority step in? Or is Hamas simply manipulating public opinion in a new and dangerous way? Are they covering up something bigger?

“We’ve underestimated Hamas before,” Brodsky says. “We were told things were under control before October 7. Yet here we are. We can't let that happen again.”

With two sharp minds trading facts, questions, and theories and no attempt to sanitize or sugarcoat the complexity....This interview is a must watch for anyone seeking to understand the deeper currents beneath Gaza’s surface.