08:53 PM
Thursday, January 30, 2025
Agencies
The spokesman for the Islamic Resistance Movement “Hamas” Hazem Qassem said that the martyrs, from the movement’s leaders, fought an epic within the flood of Al -Aqsa and were martyred in battles, not an assassination.
“The martyrdom of the leaders was announced after confirming their identity by the competent teams during the ceasefire.”
Hazem Qassem continued: “The occupation was fantasy that by assassinations, the movement would weaken and undermine it, but this did not happen and no administrative vacuum occurred, and the field work continued despite the martyrdom of the leaders and the resistance continued until the last moments before the ceasefire.”
Hazem Qasim stressed that the resistance movement is fine and is able to compensate for the great losses that were inflicted on the martyrdom of the leaders.
The military spokesman for the Al -Qassam Brigades, Abu Ubaidah, announced the martyrdom of the commander of the Al -Qassam Brigades, Muhammad Al -Dhaif and a number of prominent leaders.
Abu Ubaidah announced during a speech today, Thursday: “The martyrdom of the Commander of the Staff of Al -Qassam Muhammad Al -Dhaif, Deputy Chief of Staff Al -Qassam Marwan Issa, the Commander of the Arms and Martial Services Ghazi Abu Tamatah, the Commander of the Human Forces pillar Raed Thabet, and the Commander of the Khan Yunis Rafeh Salama Brigade.”
In a speech to him today, Thursday, Abu Ubaidah, a spokesman for the Al -Qassam Brigades, said: “We bleed to our people and our nation, the martyr Muhammad Al -Dhaif.”
Abu Ubaidah added, during his speech, the martyrdom of Muhammad Al -Dhaif, Marwan Issa, Ghazi Abu Tuatat, Raed Thabet and Rafeh Salama.
In the middle of last July, the Israeli occupation army claimed that he carried out an air strike on the Al -Mawasi area in Khan Yunis and “was targeting Muhammad Al -Dhaif”, the commander -in -chief of the Izz al -Din al -Qassam Brigades, the military wing of Hamas, and Hamas considered then “the Israeli allegations an attempt to cover up The size of the horrific massacre. ” The movement described the bombing of the stations as a “ugly massacre.”
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Understanding the Resilience of Hamas: Insights from an Expert on the Al-Aqsa Flood and Martyrdom of key Leaders
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In a recent advancement, the Islamic Resistance Movement (Hamas) announced the martyrdom of several prominent leaders, including Muhammad Al-Dhaif, during the Al-Aqsa Flood operation.To shed light on the implications of these events, we spoke wiht Dr.Omar Khalidi, a renowned Middle East analyst and specialist in Palestinian resistance movements. Dr. Khalidi provides an in-depth analysis of Hamas’s resilience, the role of its leaders, and the broader context of the ongoing conflict.
On the Announcement of Martyrdom
Editor: Dr.Khalidi, Hamas recently confirmed the martyrdom of key leaders, including Muhammad Al-Dhaif. What does this mean for the movement?
Dr. Khalidi: The announcement of their martyrdom during the ceasefire underscores the resilience of Hamas. These leaders were not assassinated in targeted strikes but fell in battles, which highlights their active participation in the resistance. This martyrdom has not created an administrative vacuum, as Hamas swiftly compensated for these losses, ensuring continuity in its operations.
On the Impact of Leadership Loss
Editor: there’s been speculation that the loss of such high-ranking figures coudl weaken Hamas. What’s yoru take on this?
Dr. Khalidi: The Israeli occupation has long believed that eliminating leaders would destabilize Hamas. However, history has shown that the movement’s strength lies in its structure and grassroots support. Despite the martyrdom of figures like Al-Dhaif and Marwan Issa, the resistance continued unabated untill the ceasefire. This demonstrates Hamas’s ability to adapt and maintain its operational capabilities.
On the Role of muhammad Al-Dhaif
Editor: Muhammad Al-Dhaif was a key figure in Hamas, credited with developing the Al-Qassam missiles and the tunnel network. How importent was his role?
Dr. Khalidi: Al-Dhaif’s contributions were pivotal. He transformed Hamas’s military strategy by focusing on innovation, such as the development of rockets and tunnels, which allowed the movement to withstand Israeli offensives. His leadership in the izz al-Din al-Qassam brigades ensured that Hamas remained a formidable force. His martyrdom is a significant loss, but his legacy lives on in the structures he helped build.
On Israel’s Air Strike Claims
Editor: Israel claimed obligation for an air strike targeting Al-Dhaif in July. How does this align with Hamas’s narrative?
Dr. Khalidi: Hamas has dismissed Israel’s claims as an attempt to justify what they describe as a “horrific massacre.” The bombing of Al-Mawasi in Khan Yunis, which Israel claimed targeted Al-Dhaif, was labeled a “ugly massacre” by Hamas. The discrepancy between the narratives highlights the ongoing propaganda war surrounding the conflict.
On the Future of Hamas
editor: With these losses,what does the future hold for Hamas?
Dr. Khalidi: Hamas has proven its ability to endure significant losses and maintain its operational effectiveness. The movement’s structure ensures that no single leader’s absence can cripple it.While the martyrdom of leaders like Al-Dhaif is a setback, Hamas’s resilience and adaptability suggest it will continue to play a central role in the Palestinian resistance.
Conclusion
The martyrdom of key Hamas leaders during the Al-Aqsa Flood operation has not weakened the movement but instead highlighted its resilience and organizational strength. As dr. Omar Khalidi explains, hamas’s ability to adapt and continue its operations underscores its enduring role in the Palestinian resistance. The legacy of leaders like muhammad Al-Dhaif continues to shape the movement’s strategies and its ongoing struggle.
