After 15 months of war, Hamas still rules over what remains of Gaza [Video]

By Samy Magdy And Joseph Krauss The Associated Press

As a ceasefire brought calm to Gaza’s ruined cities, Hamas was quick to emerge from the rubble.

The militant group has not only survived 15 months of war with Israel — among the deadliest and most destructive in recent memory — but it remains firmly in control of the coastal territory that now resembles an apocalyptic wasteland. With a surge of humanitarian aid promised as part of the ceasefire deal, the Hamas-run government said Monday that it will coordinate distribution to the desperate people of Gaza.