text:  That was Yoland Nel. Well, nine months into the Gaza war, there are increasing signs of open dissent against Hamas, despite fear of its often brutal reprisals against those who dare to speak out against it. Residents have told the BBC that people are publicly cursing the group's leaders and that some are publishing messages online urging them to agree to a ceasefire. Many in Gaza are still fiercely loyal to Hamas and support for the October 7th attacks is still high.