Hamas’s newly appointed military spokesman, Abu Obeida, issued a statement blaming Gaza-based militias aligned with Israel for the deaths of Hamas fighters in Rafah. According to the statement, the ...
Full statement from Hamas spokesman (paraphrased):
Hamas accused what it described as “local collaborators” of acting in coordination with Israel, claiming their actions show full alignment with Israeli objectives and protection by Israeli forces. The group alleged that these individuals operate only in areas controlled by the Israeli military and characterized their actions as betrayal and opportunism rather than legitimate resistance.
The statement warned that those accused of collaboration would face retribution, asserting that Israel would not be able to shield them from accountability. It used harsh language to threaten severe consequences for anyone deemed to be working with Israel.
The spokesman also praised Hamas fighters in Rafah who he said remain surrounded, commending them for refusing to surrender despite siege conditions and portraying their actions as an example to be remembered by future generations.
Hamas accused what it described as “local collaborators” of acting in coordination with Israel, claiming their actions show full alignment with Israeli objectives and protection by Israeli forces. The group alleged that these individuals operate only in areas controlled by the Israeli military and characterized their actions as betrayal and opportunism rather than legitimate resistance.
The statement warned that those accused of collaboration would face retribution, asserting that Israel would not be able to shield them from accountability. It used harsh language to threaten severe consequences for anyone deemed to be working with Israel.
The spokesman also praised Hamas fighters in Rafah who he said remain surrounded, commending them for refusing to surrender despite siege conditions and portraying their actions as an example to be remembered by future generations.