Hamas Leader Declares Resistance Will Not Surrender Amid Ongoing Conflict
In a recent interview with Al Jazeera, Osama Hamdan, the leader of Hamas, asserted that the ongoing conflict in Gaza represents a critical juncture for the entire region. He accused the Israeli government and military of implementing a 'generals' plan' aimed at displacing residents from northern Gaza under the guise of achieving a false victory. Hamdan emphasized that the resistance will remain steadfast, as the stakes extend beyond Gaza, threatening the stability of neighboring countries.
Hamdan highlighted the Israeli military's strategy of isolating areas like Jabalia, destroying essential infrastructure such as water wells and hospitals, and targeting civilian gatherings to fabricate an image of success to the Israeli public. He described the current situation in northern Gaza as an attempt to convert it into a 'burned area,' aiming to annex it to Israel while inflicting maximum damage on the local population.
Despite the hardships faced by Gazans, including ongoing violence and starvation, Hamdan confirmed that Hamas will continue its operations and expand its resistance against the Israeli forces. He also noted that the movement has engaged with the UN Security Council and various Arab and Islamic nations to halt the violence, calling for urgent international intervention to prevent further atrocities in Gaza.
The Broader Implications for the Region
Hamdan warned that the implications of the Israeli actions extend beyond Gaza, potentially affecting countries like Lebanon and Jordan. He claimed that Israel's plans involve the forced displacement of Palestinians from the West Bank, with Jordan being a primary target for resettlement. In light of these developments, he urged neighboring countries to take responsibility and act against the ongoing aggression towards Palestinians.
Moreover, Hamdan mentioned that Hamas has received positive feedback from nations such as Qatar and Egypt regarding humanitarian aid and negotiations for prisoner exchanges. He reiterated the need for the international community to intervene promptly to prevent what he termed a genocide against the Palestinian people, stressing that the silence of the region does not equate to safety from Israeli ambitions.
