Pakistan, July 2 -- CAIRO - The Hamas-led interior ministry in Gaza has demanded that Yasser Abu Shabab, the head of a powerful Bedouin clan, surrender within 10 days or face trial for treason. The ministry's statement, issued on Wednesday, said the decision was handed down by a "Revolutionary Court."

According to Hamas officials, Abu Shabab does not recognize the group's authority and has openly accused them of harming Gaza's interests. His clan, reportedly well-armed, has resisted Hamas control, particularly in the Rafah area of southern Gaza, which is currently under Israeli military presence.

Hamas has called on the public to help locate Abu Shabab, who remains out of reach. The group alleges that he is involved in looting UN aid tr...