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Days of Palestine
2 days ago
- Politics
- Days of Palestine
Hamas: Israel Rejects Ceasefire Deal with all Captives release
DaysofPal- Hamas has accused the Israeli occupation of rejecting a comprehensive ceasefire deal that would have secured the release of all captives currently held in the Gaza Strip. In a prerecorded video released Friday, Abu Obeida, spokesperson for Hamas's military wing, the Qassam Brigades, stated that the group had recently offered a full-exchange proposal, but Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his far-right government turned it down. 'It's become evident that Netanyahu's criminal government is not serious about the fate of the captives, because they are soldiers,' Abu Obeida said in his first video address since March. He added that Hamas's proposal would have ended the war, guaranteed the withdrawal of Israeli forces, and allowed unrestricted humanitarian aid into Gaza. The rejection of the deal has stalled indirect negotiations currently taking place in Qatar. Abu Obeida warned that if the Israeli occupation withdraws from these talks, Hamas will not return to partial arrangements, including a 60-day plan being discussed, which would involve the release of 10 captives. According to Hamas, the group still holds around 50 captives, with approximately 20 believed to be alive. U.S. President Donald Trump, speaking during a dinner with lawmakers at the White House on Friday, claimed that 'another 10 captives will be released soon,' asserting that most had already been returned. However, Trump provided no details, and repeated predictions of an imminent ceasefire have so far yielded no results. In a televised statement, Abu Obeida also signaled that Hamas is prepared for a prolonged conflict if no deal is reached, vowing to continue ambushes and attacks targeting Israeli forces in Gaza. He also condemned the silence of Arab and Muslim leaders, accusing them of complicity in the ongoing Israeli offensive. 'The blood of tens of thousands of innocent people is on your hands,' he said, referring to the inaction of regional governments in the face of what he described as genocide. Meanwhile, Israeli forces continue to tighten their grip on Gaza, demanding military control over key corridors that separate different parts of the enclave, including the Morag and Magen Oz corridors. Aid remains largely blocked, and Israeli troops have been accused of shooting starving civilians at food distribution points, including those operated by the controversial Global Humanitarian Foundation (GHF). At the same time, the Israeli occupation is moving ahead with controversial plans to construct a detention facility on the ruins of Rafah, prompting widespread international criticism. On Friday alone, at least 41 Palestinians were killed in Israeli attacks, according to medical sources. The Gaza Ministry of Health reports that more than 58,667 Palestinians have been killed and 139,974 wounded since the Israeli genocide on Gaza began in October 2023. Since the collapse of the last ceasefire in March, 7,843 have been killed and nearly 28,000 injured. Health officials warn of a dramatic rise in deaths linked to starvation, with hospitals overwhelmed by children and adults arriving in critical condition due to malnutrition and exhaustion. The ministry described the humanitarian situation as 'unprecedented,' with a growing number of patients dying from preventable causes amid the ongoing blockade and destruction of Gaza's medical infrastructure. Shortlink for this post:
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Politics
- Yahoo
Hamas says Israel rejected ceasefire deal releasing all captives in Gaza
The spokesperson of the military wing of Hamas has said Israel rejected a ceasefire agreement that would release all captives held in Gaza, and pledged that the group is prepared for a lengthy war if there is no deal. Abu Obeida, the longtime spokesperson of the Qassam Brigades, said in a nearly 20-minute prerecorded video released on Friday that the group had in recent months offered a 'comprehensive deal' that would release all captives at once – but it was rejected by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his far-right ministers. 'It has become clear to us that the government of the criminal Netanyahu has no real interest in the captives because they are soldiers,' he said, adding that Hamas favours a deal that guarantees an end to the war, a withdrawal of Israeli forces, and entry of humanitarian aid for besieged Palestinians. If Israel withdraws from this round of indirect talks held in Qatar, Abu Obeida said, then Hamas does not guarantee a return to any partial deals, including a 60-day deal currently under discussion that would see 10 captives released. Hamas is still holding 50 people in Gaza, about 20 of whom are believed to be alive. Speaking during a dinner with lawmakers at the White House on Friday, US President Donald Trump claimed another 10 captives will soon be released from Gaza. 'We got most of the hostages back. We're going to have another 10 coming very shortly, and we hope to have that finished quickly,' Trump said, without providing details. The US leader has claimed for weeks that a ceasefire and captive deal is imminent, but nothing has materialised. In his first video message since early March, Abu Obeida also said Hamas fighters are 'ready to continue a long battle of attrition' and will keep up ambushes across Gaza with the aim of killing or capturing invading Israeli soldiers. He slammed the leaders of Arab and Islamic nations, as well, for their inaction in face of the 'genocide' being committed by Israel, saying, 'Your necks are burdened with the blood of tens of thousands of innocents who were betrayed by your silence.' The comments come as the talks in Doha have not led to any results as Israel insists on maintaining and expanding military control over Gaza, including the Morag Corridor and the new Magen Oz Corridor that respectively separate Rafah and Khan Younis in the south from the rest of the enclave. As soldiers continue to block humanitarian aid to the besieged population and kill starving Palestinians at sites run by the controversial GHF, Israel is also advancing with plans to build a concentration camp on the ruins of Rafah despite international criticism. At least 41 Palestinians were killed by Israeli forces on Friday, medical sources confirmed to Al Jazeera. Latest figures by Gaza's Ministry of Health show that more than 58,667 Palestinians have been killed and 139,974 others wounded since the start of the war in October 2023, including at least 7,843 killed and 27,993 injured since Israel broke the last ceasefire in March. The ministry added that an 'unprecedented' number of starved people of all ages, including children, are arriving at emergency departments of the few hospitals left partially standing in Gaza in a state of extreme exhaustion and fatigue.
Saba Yemen
3 days ago
- Politics
- Saba Yemen
Abu Obeida renews salute to Yemeni People, Armed Forces for their support of Palestine
Gaza – Saba: Abu Obeida, the military spokesperson of al-Qassam Brigades, has renewed his salute to the steadfast and sincere position of the Yemeni people and their armed forces in support of Palestine, Gaza, and its fighters. He praised their ability to establish an effective front against the Israeli enemy. In a video statement broadcasted by Al Jazeera on Friday, Abu Obeida said: 'We extend our greetings to our dear and blessed people in Yemen—the land of wisdom and faith—to its armed forces, and to the sincere brothers of Ansarullah who astonished the world with their unwavering stance and true commitment to Palestine, Gaza, its people, and fighters. They have imposed an active front on the enemy.' He emphasized that Yemen's stance had exposed the inaction of major Arab and Islamic regimes, parties, and forces, which he said had failed to support the most sacred cause of the Arab and Muslim world. 'Over the past months, we have inflicted hundreds of casualties on the enemy's soldiers, leaving many more psychologically scarred. The number of suicides among their troops is increasing due to the horrors of what they do and what they face from our resistance, strengthened by God's support,' he said. Abu Obeida stated that al-Qassam fighters have employed new tactics and strategies, conducting unique operations, targeting Israeli vehicles with explosives, engaging in direct combat, sniping soldiers and officers, and attacking buildings, tunnels, and ambush points. He stressed that al-Qassam leadership is currently focused on inflicting significant losses on Israeli enemy troops, launching close-range operations, and attempting to capture enemy soldiers. 'After 21 months of al-Aqsa Flood battle and the brutal Zionist war, our fighters and fellow resistance factions are fully prepared for a prolonged war of attrition, no matter the shape of the enemy's aggression,' he said. 'Our fight is a sacred duty, a right that is not up for debate. We will fight with determination, armed with faith, even if all we have are the stones of the earth. Our men, with limited weapons, perform miracles by the grace of God,' he added. He revealed that Israel's government does not prioritize its captured soldiers, having conditioned its public to accept their deaths. Yet, he affirmed Hamas' efforts to preserve them for a potential exchange. Abu Obeida reaffirmed Hamas' support for the resistance's negotiating team in indirect talks with the Occupation, saying they offered a full prisoner exchange deal. However, Netanyahu and his ministers rejected it. He warned that if the Occupation continues to reject agreements, Hamas might not return to partial deals or the current "ten prisoners" proposal. Abu Obeida condemned the occupation's use of collective punishment and war crimes, supported openly by the U.S. administration. He said, 'If the enemy continues its genocide, it will keep receiving the corpses of its soldiers. Their tanks won't save them from the fire sent by faithful hands.' He held Arab and Islamic leaders responsible for the bloodshed in Gaza, accusing them of failing their duty. 'You will be held accountable before God for every orphan, widow, refugee, and wounded person. Your silence enabled the enemy.' He noted that four months had passed since the Occupation entity resumed its aggression in violation of a previous agreement. The Zionist campaign has focused on the destruction of civilian areas and targeting of innocents. Reflecting on 21 months of aggression, Abu Obeida described the resilience of the Palestinian people as legendary, while shaming Arab regimes for their betrayal. He praised the few honest fighters, the oppressed peoples, and global activists who stand with Palestine. He mocked the Occupation "Operation Gideon's Chariots," saying it was based on religious myths, while al-Qassam responded with "David's Stones" operations, inspired by Prophet David's triumph over Goliath. Abu Obeida affirmed unity with all Palestinian resistance factions, especially Islamic Jihad's al-Quds Brigades, in fighting a highly unequal battle with faith and courage. He saluted global activists trying to break the siege and support Gaza, despite danger and betrayal from hypocrites within the Arab world. He warned that using Arab-named collaborators was a sign of Israel's desperation, calling on them to repent before it's too late. He praised Palestinian tribes disowning traitors, affirming they do not represent the people. 'Your patience and defiance enrages the enemy more than anything else. Victory will come. After hardship, there is ease,' he said. Abu Obeida concluded with a Quranic verse promising joy to believers in the victory of Allah, calling for continued resistance until liberation is achieved.
Al Jazeera
3 days ago
- Politics
- Al Jazeera
Hamas says Israel rejected ceasefire deal releasing all captives in Gaza
The spokesperson of the military wing of Hamas has said Israel rejected a ceasefire agreement that would release all captives held in Gaza, and pledged that the group is prepared for a lengthy war if there is no deal. Abu Obeida, the longtime spokesperson of the Qassam Brigades, said in a nearly 20-minute prerecorded video released on Friday that the group had in recent months offered a 'comprehensive deal' that would release all captives at once – but it was rejected by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his far-right ministers. 'It has become clear to us that the government of the criminal Netanyahu has no real interest in the captives because they are soldiers,' he said, adding that Hamas favours a deal that guarantees an end to the war, a withdrawal of Israeli forces, and entry of humanitarian aid for besieged Palestinians. If Israel withdraws from this round of indirect talks held in Qatar, Abu Obeida said, then Hamas does not guarantee a return to any partial deals, including a 60-day deal currently under discussion that would see 10 captives released. Hamas is still holding 50 people in Gaza, about 20 of whom are believed to be alive. In his first video message since early March, Abu Obeida also said Hamas fighters are 'ready to continue a long battle of attrition' and will keep up ambushes across Gaza with the aim of killing or capturing invading Israeli soldiers. He slammed the leaders of Arab and Islamic nations, as well, for their inaction in face of the 'genocide' being committed by Israel, saying, 'Your necks are burdened with the blood of tens of thousands of innocents who were betrayed by your silence.' The comments come as the talks in Doha have not led to any results as Israel insists on maintaining and expanding military control over Gaza, including the Morag Corridor and the new Magen Oz Corridor that respectively separate Rafah and Khan Younis in the south from the rest of the enclave. As soldiers continue to block humanitarian aid to the besieged population and kill starving Palestinians at sites run by the controversial GHF, Israel is also advancing with plans to build a concentration camp on the ruins of Rafah despite international criticism. At least 41 Palestinians were killed by Israeli forces on Friday, medical sources confirmed to Al Jazeera. Latest figures by Gaza's Ministry of Health show that more than 58,667 Palestinians have been killed and 139,974 others wounded since the start of the war in October 2023, including at least 7,843 killed and 27,993 injured since Israel broke the last ceasefire in March. The ministry added that an 'unprecedented' number of starved people of all ages, including children, are arriving at emergency departments of the few hospitals left partially standing in Gaza in a state of extreme exhaustion and fatigue.
Al Mayadeen
6 days ago
- Politics
- Al Mayadeen
Abu Obeida threatens more Israeli losses after Beit Hanoun operation
The complex operation in Beit Hanoun, which targeted an area the occupation forces believed to be empty after completely leveling it, dealt a significant blow to the prestige of the Israeli military, said Abu Obeida, spokesperson for the al-Qassam Brigades, the military wing of Hamas. In a statement published on Telegram on Tuesday, Abu Obeida added that the war of attrition being waged by Resistance fighters across the Gaza Strip, from north to south, continues to inflict daily losses on the Israeli occupation. "Our fighters launched their attack from the very ruins the occupation believed were devoid of life," Abu Obeida stated, adding, "The war of attrition our fighters are fighting across the entire Gaza Strip, from the North to the South, will continue to cost the enemy more losses by the day." He also warned that even if the occupation previously managed to extract its soldiers from what he described as "the inferno", it would not succeed again, alluding to the potential for more Israeli soldiers to be captured in future confrontations. Directly addressing Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Abu Obeida said the decision to keep occupation forces inside Gaza was "the most foolish," cautioning that such a move would only deepen the occupation's losses and prolong its failure on the battlefield. He affirmed that it is the steadfastness of the Palestinian people and the valor of the Resistance that determine the present balance of power and chart the path for the next stage of the confrontation. This comes in light of a deadly ambush targeting Israeli occupation forces in northern Gaza late on Monday, carried out by Palestinian Resistance fighters. The operation killed five soldiers, including two officers, and wounded 14 others. Some of the soldiers were reportedly burned to death during the assault, which closely resembled a previous ambush on June 24, when seven Israeli troops were killed after Palestinian Resistance fighters targeted an armored combat engineering unit. The latest operation is believed to have occurred in Beit Hanoun, a town in northern Gaza that has been under relentless Israeli bombardment since October 7, 2023. Israeli media described the operation as "extremely serious" and one of the most complex confrontations since the war began. Read more: Abu Obeida: Captive area surrounded, you won't retrieve him alive
