Hamas Leaders Featured in Al-Qassam's Historic Broadcast
In a significant development, the Al-Qassam Brigades, the military wing of Hamas, released a video showcasing its late leaders Ismail Haniyeh, Yahya Sinwar, and Saleh al-Arouri together for the first time. The broadcast, which aired on December 21, 2024, featured a stirring address by Yahya Sinwar at a mass conference, where he declared, "We will come to you, God willing, with a roaring flood. We will come to you with countless missiles. We will come to you with an unlimited flood of soldiers. We will come to you with millions of our nation, tide after tide."
The video included visuals of Qassam rockets and highlighted the “Al-Aqsa Flood” attack executed by resistance factions on October 7, 2023. Accompanying the imagery was the song “Every Right Will Return,” which conveyed messages of resilience and defiance, emphasizing that while they may kill, the spirit of the martyrs lives on.
In the footage, Haniyeh was seen inspecting missile manufacturing workshops, where he and Sinwar engaged in discussions about their military capabilities. Haniyeh remarked, "In these very, very, very humble places, we write pages of history and create glories for this nation and this people." He humorously referred to Sinwar as Israel's number one enemy, reflecting the ongoing tensions in the region.
The video also featured Al-Arouri, who expressed confidence in the younger generation of fighters, stating, "When we see these renewed generations carrying their weapons... we know that victory is near." The broadcast concluded with Sinwar signing a missile, inscribing a Quranic verse that underscored their commitment to resistance and liberation.
Recent Developments Following the Broadcast
The release of this video comes in the wake of significant losses for Hamas, including the assassination of Saleh al-Arouri on January 2, 2024, in a drone strike in Beirut, and the death of Ismail Haniyeh in a raid in Tehran on July 31, 2024. Additionally, Yahya Sinwar was confirmed dead on October 18, 2024, following a confrontation with Israeli forces in Gaza. These events mark a turbulent period for Hamas, as they navigate leadership changes and ongoing conflict with Israel.
The broadcast serves not only as a tribute to the fallen leaders but also as a rallying cry for the movement, emphasizing their ongoing commitment to their cause and the preparation for future military actions.
