Hamas Celebrates Beersheba Operation
In a recent statement, Abu Obeida, the spokesman for the Al-Qassam Brigades, praised the stabbing operation in Beersheba, which tragically resulted in the death of an Israeli policewoman and injuries to 13 others. This operation has been hailed by Hamas as a significant act of resistance against the Israeli occupation. Obeida expressed confidence in the patriotism of Palestinians, particularly those in the occupied territories, stating that they are capable of retaliating against the occupier and supporting their compatriots in Gaza.
Context of the Beersheba Attack
The Beersheba incident occurred near the central bus station, where the assailant, identified as Ahmed Al-Aqaibi from Hura in the Negev, launched a double stabbing and shooting attack. Reports indicate that he managed to take the policewoman's weapon and opened fire on bystanders before being killed by police. This attack is seen as part of a broader pattern of violence, coinciding with the anniversary of the Battle of the Flood of Al-Aqsa, which marked a significant escalation in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict last year.
Implications of the Attack
Hamas described the Beersheba operation as a natural response to the ongoing violence and oppression faced by Palestinians. The group emphasized that such operations are a legitimate form of resistance against what they term the 'brutal Zionist occupier.' As tensions rise in the region, the incident underscores the ongoing cycle of violence and the complex dynamics of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
