In a passionate address in Ramallah, Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas labeled Hamas "sons of dogs," demanding the group release hostages and disarm to halt the violence in Gaza.
Abbas Decries Hamas in Urgent Call to Release Hostages and End Violence
Abbas Decries Hamas in Urgent Call to Release Hostages and End Violence
Mahmoud Abbas urges Hamas to disarm and relinquish control of Gaza amid ongoing conflict with Israel.
Abbas's statements marked his strongest denunciation of Hamas amid a protracted conflict, asserting that the group's actions have provided Israel with justifications for military operations in Gaza. The discourse comes as the humanitarian situation in the region reaches critical levels following a blockade imposed by Israel, with international calls for aid access intensifying.
Abbas's remarks came against the backdrop of a deteriorating relationship between Hamas and the Palestinian Authority (PA). He urged Hamas to release hostages and cease its operations, attributing the justification for Israel's attacks on Gaza to the group's continued military stance. The remarks were met with criticism, particularly from Hamas representatives who condemned his derogatory terms for what they describe as a significant portion of the Palestinian populace.
In a recent escalation of hostilities, Israel's military operations have led to substantial casualties, with reports indicating over 51,300 deaths in Gaza since the latest offensive began. Abbas, aged 89, remains under scrutiny by Palestinians who question his efficacy and relevance, especially as Hamas more than ever refuses to yield to disarmament or integrate into a political framework that would enable the PA to reclaim control over Gaza.
The humanitarian crisis continues to deepen as the international community, including foreign ministers from the UK, France, and Germany, has urged for an end to the blockade, beseeching Israel to allow aid and essential supplies into Gaza for the civilians caught in the crossfire. Despite Israel's defense of its military actions as being compliant with international law, the catastrophic loss of life and disruption of aid has brought global condemnation and calls for a reevaluation of the ongoing military strategy.
Abbas's remarks came against the backdrop of a deteriorating relationship between Hamas and the Palestinian Authority (PA). He urged Hamas to release hostages and cease its operations, attributing the justification for Israel's attacks on Gaza to the group's continued military stance. The remarks were met with criticism, particularly from Hamas representatives who condemned his derogatory terms for what they describe as a significant portion of the Palestinian populace.
In a recent escalation of hostilities, Israel's military operations have led to substantial casualties, with reports indicating over 51,300 deaths in Gaza since the latest offensive began. Abbas, aged 89, remains under scrutiny by Palestinians who question his efficacy and relevance, especially as Hamas more than ever refuses to yield to disarmament or integrate into a political framework that would enable the PA to reclaim control over Gaza.
The humanitarian crisis continues to deepen as the international community, including foreign ministers from the UK, France, and Germany, has urged for an end to the blockade, beseeching Israel to allow aid and essential supplies into Gaza for the civilians caught in the crossfire. Despite Israel's defense of its military actions as being compliant with international law, the catastrophic loss of life and disruption of aid has brought global condemnation and calls for a reevaluation of the ongoing military strategy.
