Al-Azhar Mourns Palestinian Resistance Martyrs
Al-Azhar Al-Sharif has publicly mourned the recent deaths of what it labels the "heroic martyrs of the Palestinian resistance," following the announcement of the killing of Yahya Sinwar, the head of Hamas's political bureau. In a statement released on the social media platform X, Al-Azhar refrained from labeling these individuals as terrorists, instead portraying them as steadfast fighters defending their homeland against what they term the "criminal Zionist hand."
The statement criticized the international community's inaction and the perceived ineffectiveness of international law, asserting that these martyrs were brave individuals who instilled fear in their adversaries while fighting for their land and cause. Al-Azhar emphasized the importance of countering the narratives propagated by the Zionist media, which it claims seeks to misrepresent the Palestinian resistance as terrorist activities. The institution reaffirmed that dying for one's homeland is an unparalleled honor.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed Sinwar's death and indicated that Israel's military operations in Gaza are ongoing. Sinwar, regarded as a key figure behind the recent military operations against Israel, was appointed head of Hamas's political bureau earlier this year after the assassination of his predecessor, Ismail Haniyeh. His leadership has been linked to significant military engagements that have challenged Israel's security reputation internationally.
