Khalil Hayya, a member of the political bureau of the Islamic Resistance Movement (Hamas) and its leader in the Gaza Strip, confirmed that what happened on the seventh of October represents a miracle and a military and security achievement carried out by the elite forces of "Al-Qassam." He emphasized that this event will remain a source of pride for the Palestinian people and their resistance, passed down through generations.
In a speech following the announcement of a ceasefire agreement concerning the war on the Gaza Strip, Hayya stated: Gaza has proven to the world that our enemy will not defeat our people or our resistance, and they will not witness any moment of weakness or defeat from us.
During his speech, Hayya highlighted the following points:
- "The Al-Aqsa Flood" and the implications of the war:
Hayya clarified that the "Al-Aqsa Flood" operation struck the occupation entity at its core, adding that the Palestinian people will regain all their rights, and the occupation will soon retreat from our land, our Jerusalem, and our holy sites. He described the war launched by the occupation against Gaza as a stain on the face of humanity, stressing that the Palestinian people will not forget those who were complacent in the face of this brutality.
- The failure of the occupation and the steadfastness of the resistance:
Hayya pointed out that the occupation aimed to eliminate the Palestinian cause and displace the residents of Gaza, but its plans have failed. He added: The occupation did not achieve any of its objectives; our people remained steadfast on their land, and our resistance remained a solid shield defending them. He referred to the valor of the "Al-Qassam Brigades" in the battle of October seventh, noting that the qualitative operations carried out by the heroes of "Al-Qassam" astonished the world with their bravery and proved the superiority of the resistance over the occupation on the battlefield. He also praised the sacrifices of the men of "Al-Quds Brigades," the military wing of the Islamic Jihad Movement, who fought alongside "Al-Qassam" with a spirit of sacrifice and heroism.
- Support fronts and regional backing:
Hayya expressed his deep appreciation for the support received by the resistance from its allies in the region, referring to the role of the Lebanese "Hezbollah," which made significant sacrifices, and Iran's role in supporting the resistance and launching rockets that struck the heart of the occupation. He added that "Ansar Allah" in Yemen changed the dynamics of the war by launching rockets and drones toward the occupied entity, while the Iraqi resistance contributed to supporting the Palestinian cause by breaching barriers to reach the occupied territories.
- Gratitude to mediators and supporting countries:
Hayya thanked the mediating countries, especially Qatar and Egypt, for their tireless efforts since the first day of the war. He also expressed his gratitude to the countries that stood by the Palestinian people, such as Turkey, Algeria, South Africa, Russia, China, Malaysia, and Indonesia, as well as the free people around the world who supported the cause.
- A new phase of construction:
Hayya concluded his speech by affirming that Gaza stands today on the threshold of a new phase marked by rebuilding, solidarity, and removing the effects of aggression, calling for the strengthening of solidarity and compassion to reconstruct what the occupation has destroyed.
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Source: Al-Mujtama
