Thousands Rally In Gaza To Support Hamas Government

GAZA, GAZA STRIP - OCTOBER 06: Thousands of Hamas supporters hold Hamas flags and raise their fingers as they swear not recognise Israel, during the Authority Prime Minister Ismail Haniyeh's (not seen) speech in a soccer stadium on October 6, 2006 in Gaza City, Gaza Strip. Haniya was adamant that Hamas would not recognise Israel, vowing to withstand huge international pressure to soften the stance of his ruling Islamist movement. Haniyeh, 46, briefly collapsed during his speech apparently due to his fasting, like all observant Muslims during the holy month of Ramadan and the oppressive heat of the hot autumn day. (Photo by Abid Katib/Getty Images)