Hamas is not afraid to openly challenge Israel. The “hesitation” of the Jewish State to launch a major ground operation in the Gaza Strip, after the terrible attack of October 7, reflects “a state of confusion and fear”, while “the resistance is ready to face the enemy”. Words by Izzat al-Risheq, member of the Hamas Politburo, quoted by the Shehab News Agency, affiliated with the group. The statements denounce “the brutal bombing” of Palestinians and a “war of extermination” with “American coverage”. For the senior Hamas official, “starving the population of Gaza, denying them water, electricity and fuel” is a “war crime”.
Meanwhile, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) issued a new warning to the population of the north of the Gaza Strip, asking them to move to the south of the Palestinian enclave. In what he called “an urgent message for your safety,” IDF spokesman Daniel Hagari addressed “the people of Gaza City and the north of the Gaza Strip,” asking them to “move temporarily to the south.” And “this is not a mere precaution”, but an “urgent appeal for the safety of civilians in Gaza”. In a video message shared on the social network This is “a temporary measure”, he added, explaining that “it will be possible to return to the north as soon as hostilities cease”. Hagari concluded by telling Gazans that “Hamas puts your lives in danger by placing weapons and hiding men in civilian facilities, including schools, mosques and hospitals.” And Israel wants to eliminate this threat by all means.
Source: IL Tempo
John Cameron is a journalist at The Nation View specializing in world news and current events, particularly in international politics and diplomacy. With expertise in international relations, he covers a range of topics including conflicts, politics and economic trends.
