Speaking at a press conference, Hamdan, a member of Hamas’s political bureau, urged governments, organizations, and movements across the Arab and Islamic world to exert pressure by all available means to stop the Israeli offensive. He emphasized that the situation in Gaza has escalated into an unprecedented humanitarian catastrophe.
Hamdan’s remarks came amidst the continued bombardment of northern Gaza by Israeli forces, which he claims has been ongoing for 11 days. He specifically pointed to the devastation in Jabalia and its surrounding areas, accusing Israeli forces of deliberately targeting civilian infrastructure, including hospitals, water wells, bakeries, and residential neighborhoods. He described the scenes of destruction, with bodies trapped under rubble and in the streets, as rescue efforts have been severely hampered by the ongoing siege.
According to Hamdan, this aggression is part of what is known as the "Generals' Plan," a military strategy allegedly aimed at separating northern Gaza from the rest of the Strip and forcibly displacing its residents. He asserted that the plan is being executed in clear violation of international laws and humanitarian norms, describing it as one of the most ruthless military operations in modern history. He further accused Israel's government and military of fascist tactics, stating that the aggression in Gaza constitutes war crimes and genocide.
Hamdan emphasized that Hamas remains defiant, and despite the scale of the destruction and loss of life, he expressed confidence that the Israeli military’s efforts would ultimately fail. He pledged that Hamas would continue to work diplomatically, particularly within the Arab and Islamic world, to end what he termed "massacres" in Gaza and to bolster the resilience of the Palestinian people.
In a broader appeal, Hamdan criticized the international community and the United Nations for their perceived inaction. He argued that by failing to intervene and allowing Israel’s actions to continue, these institutions are setting a dangerous precedent, eroding the very principles of international governance. He condemned the role of the United States in supporting Israel, holding it responsible for escalating the violence and enabling Israel's continued siege of Gaza. According to Hamdan, U.S. statements calling for an end to the violence without applying any real pressure on Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's government have merely contributed to the ongoing conflict.
The Hamas official also stressed that the current crisis extends beyond the Palestinian struggle, warning that Israeli aggression threatens not only Palestine but also the broader stability of the region. He called on Arab and Islamic countries to take a leadership role in providing humanitarian aid to Gaza and standing against Israel’s military ambitions. In doing so, Hamdan underscored the necessity of solidarity with the Palestinian people, advocating for strengthened support for Gaza’s civilians who face dire conditions under siege.
As the conflict in Gaza intensifies, Hamdan's call to action reflects a growing sense of urgency among Hamas leadership, who see the current situation as a critical juncture in their long-standing struggle with Israel. While international attention remains focused on the violence, the humanitarian crisis in Gaza is worsening, with the death toll rising and infrastructure collapsing under the weight of continued military assaults.
The future of the Gaza Strip, as well as the broader Israeli-Palestinian conflict, hinges on the response of regional and global powers to this crisis. Hamdan’s plea for international intervention serves as a reminder of the deepening divides and the potential for the conflict to further destabilize an already volatile region. (ILKHA)