Hamas’ malicious plan was unintentionally revealed by Khaled Mashaal, head of the movement’s political bureau, in his statements to the Al Arabiya satellite channel recently, where he said in text: “We have enough captured Israeli soldiers to negotiate over our detainees,” adding, “We are only concerned with the Israeli military prisoners. We will exchange our Israeli prisoners for all our prisoners held by Israel.”
Gaza’s “civilian” population actively abetted Hamas in plotting against Israel, and thousands of “everyday” Palestinians (not the “Nukhba” assault commandos, mostly) carried out the worst atrocities of the Simchat Torah (October 7) assault. Tens of thousands have participated in riots on the border fence going back years (which apparently served as cover for assault planning).
Netanyahu slammed after blaming Shin Bet, IDF for not providing early warning for terror onslaught, all but absolving himself of responsibility. Before the tweet was taken down, Benny Gantz, other former chiefs of staff lambast the prime minister for weakening the troops as they prosecute war.
"The United States will stand with Israel 100% – without hesitation, without qualification and without any apology. We're not going to be apologizing," Trump said to massive cheers, later adding he would sanction Iran and crack down on pro-Palestinian protests on US campuses.
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