Qawasameh

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The Qawasamehs (Arabic القواسمة also Qawasmeh, Kawasmeh or Alqawasameh) are a Palestinian tribe living in Hebron. It is one of the largests tribes in the city, with more than 10,000 people in its lines.

The Qawasamehs are known for being the main suppliers of members to the Hamas of Hebron terrorist cell.