Newly uncovered documents reveal Hamas tortured and executed members suspected of same-sex relationships. A morality check system identified recruits failing to meet ideological standards, leading to severe punishments, including the 2016 execution of commander Mahmoud Ishtiwi for alleged homosexual activities and other offenses.Newly uncovered documents reveal Hamas tortured and executed members suspected of same-sex relationships. A morality check system identified recruits failing to meet ideological standards, leading to severe punishments, including the 2016 execution of commander Mahmoud Ishtiwi for alleged homosexual activities and other offenses.