Hamas Fighter Thought to Be Dead Resurfaces in Israel
RAMALLAH — In a shocking turn of events, Commander of the Beit Hanoun Battalion, Hussein Fayyad (Abu Hamzah), who was pronounced dead by Israel, has reappeared in a video after 8 months, contradicting the earlier reports of his demise in northern Gaza.
In the video, filmed in an undisclosed date, Fayyad is seen meeting with locals in Gaza. Standing amidst the rubble of buildings bombed by Israel, he speaks about Hamas’ resistance against Israel, highlighting the losses suffered by the Israeli forces and their failure to defeat Gaza. Fayyad emphasizes that Israel has failed to achieve its goals of destroying Hamas and freeing hostages without a prisoner exchange.
“Hamas Fighter Thought to Be Dead Resurfaces in Israel” Fayyad questions the Israeli forces’ claim of victory, stating, “Today we are at war, and some who face defeat may ask: Where is the victory?” He adds, “Battles have objectives, and if the one with the objective does not achieve it, then he loses. According to military and non-military rules, if the stronger party does not win, then they lose.”
Fayyad asserts, “The Israeli occupiers have nothing but stones, body parts, and destruction.” He praises Gaza as a resilient, generous, victorious nation that upholds its dignity.
Expert Commentary on the Video
Or Bialkov, a researcher featured in Israeli newspapers, commented on the video of Palestinian leader Fayyad from Beit Hanoun, labeling his reappearance as a disgrace to the Israeli army that had previously declared him dead, as reported by al Jazeera.
Israel’s Response
Israel has not officially responded to the video, leaving room for speculation on their next steps and the impact of Fayyad’s reappearance on the ongoing conflict in the region.
Conclusion
The unexpected return of Hussein Fayyad has sparked debates and raised questions about the accuracy of information provided by the Israeli army. As tensions continue to escalate in the region, this development adds a new layer of complexity to the already volatile situation, emphasizing the need for transparency and clarity in reporting such crucial events.
