Milano authorities expelled Mohammad Hannoun, a Hamas official designated by the US and Israel, following his public approval of a violent anti-Israel attack in Amsterdam. Hannoun’s expulsion, based on incitement to hatred and violence charges, stems from comments praising the Amsterdam pogrom. This action follows Hannoun’s long history of alleged Hamas fundraising and support, detailed in a recent European Leadership Network report. While the expulsion’s finality remains uncertain, it signifies a step in combating Hamas’s European network.
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Recent reports indicate that senior Hamas leadership is currently in Turkey, following earlier reports of Qatari pressure to remove Hamas from its territory. The connection between these events remains unclear. Turkey’s longstanding support for Hamas, including declarations of mourning and firm backing of the organization, contrasts with the reported actions of Qatar. These developments underscore the complex geopolitical dynamics surrounding Hamas and its international relationships.
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Hamas’s plea for Donald Trump’s intervention to pressure Israel into ending the Gaza war seems wildly optimistic, given Trump’s past actions and statements. The idea that Trump, who moved the US embassy to Jerusalem and holds generally pro-Israel views, would somehow act as a mediator for a more favorable outcome for Hamas is frankly, a long shot.
The central issue revolves around Hamas’s refusal to meet basic preconditions for negotiations. The consistent demand for the release of hostages is paramount. Until this crucial step is taken, any hope of de-escalation is hampered. The narrative of innocent civilians caught in the crossfire is understandably tragic, but the actions of Hamas, including initiating the conflict and hiding behind civilian populations, significantly undermine their credibility.… Continue reading
Hamas has declared its readiness for a Gaza ceasefire, contingent on a respected proposal and Israeli cooperation. We urge the incoming U.S. administration to pressure Israel to end its ongoing aggression, which continues to inflict heavy civilian casualties in Gaza and Lebanon. The conflict, sparked by Hamas’s October 2023 attack, has resulted in significant loss of life on both sides, and the recent suspension of Qatari mediation efforts adds further complexity to the already dire situation. Meanwhile, Israel’s continued strikes on Lebanon, targeting Hezbollah infrastructure, have caused further destruction and displacement.
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Rabbi Leo Dee has filed a lawsuit against the Palestinian Authority and Hamas, seeking NIS 50 million in compensation for the murder of his wife and two daughters in a terror attack. Dee accuses the PA of supporting terrorism through its “pay for slay” system, which provides stipends to families of Palestinian terrorists. He believes this lawsuit, filed under the new Compensation for Victims of Hostile Action Act, will bring justice for his family and help dismantle the financial incentives for terrorism. Dee aims to financially damage the Palestinian Authority and terrorist organizations responsible for the attack, providing some measure of peace for victims of terrorism.
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A recent investigation by IMPACT-se has revealed alarming evidence of Hamas and Islamic Jihad infiltration within UNRWA’s educational system in Gaza, including school principals and deputy principals holding commanding positions in terror units. This investigation uncovered Hamas tunnels beneath two schools, raising concerns about the exploitation of educational facilities for military purposes. Furthermore, the analysis of school materials revealed deeply concerning educational practices that glorify terrorism, incite violence, and erase Israel’s existence. These findings contradict UNRWA’s claims of providing neutral and non-extremist education and highlight a systemic problem within the organization’s educational framework in Gaza, demanding urgent international attention to ensure humanitarian aid and educational support serve their intended purposes without being co-opted by militant groups.
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On Thursday, young players from TuS Makkabi, a Jewish under-17 soccer team in Berlin, were subjected to a horrific attack after their match against DJK Schwarz-Weiß Neukölln. A crowd wielding sticks and knives chased the players, shouting antisemitic slurs and spitting at them. The referee failed to intervene, and the incident has prompted a strong condemnation from Berlin officials and a promise of expulsion for the youth involved from Schwarz-Weiss Neukölln. The Staatsschutz hate crime police unit is investigating the incident, which represents a disturbing trend of antisemitism in European soccer.
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The news of Qatar stepping back from its mediation role in the Gaza conflict and its decision to remove Hamas from the country has sparked a wave of speculation and commentary. The move comes amidst a shift in US foreign policy under the current administration, which has taken a decidedly different stance towards the region than its predecessor.
While it’s been reported that Qatar denies these claims, the potential implications are far-reaching. For years, Qatar has been a key player in mediating between Israel and Hamas, and has been a major source of funding for the Palestinian group. The decision to pull back from this role and expel Hamas from the country could significantly alter the dynamics of the conflict.… Continue reading
The Israeli military has discovered thousands of hours of footage showing Hamas interrogators torturing Palestinian civilians in Gaza. The videos, captured by CCTV cameras inside a Hamas military base, depict horrific scenes of men chained and beaten, with guards appearing indifferent to the suffering. The footage, which dates back to 2018-2020, corroborates previous reports by human rights groups documenting Hamas’s systematic abuse of its own people, including political opponents, those accused of collaborating with Israel, and even gay men. This chilling evidence further highlights the brutal reality of life under Hamas rule, where fear and repression are pervasive, and the basic human rights of Palestinians are routinely violated.
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Gaza’s most prominent Islamic scholar, Professor Salman al-Dayah, has issued a powerful fatwa condemning Hamas’s 7 October attack on Israel. This rare critique, presented in a detailed six-page document, argues that the attack violated Islamic principles governing jihad by failing to consider the potential for excessive civilian casualties and widespread destruction. Dr Dayah, a respected religious authority in Gaza, emphasizes the importance of protecting non-combatants and avoiding actions that would provoke a disproportionate response from the enemy. He stresses that the attack’s devastating consequences directly contradict Islamic teachings and demonstrate a failure by Hamas to uphold its obligations to the Palestinian people.
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