Why it matters:
Despite the Israeli regime’s assassination of Hamas leaders, the resistance movement remains defiant, calling the assassinations as part of a broader genocide against Gaza’s population. The ongoing genocide has so far claimed the lives of over 50,000 Palestinians.
The big picture:
In less than a week, the Israeli regime assassinated four senior Hamas political bureau members following the collapse of a fragile two-month ceasefire. Abu Zuhri said the Israeli regime was exploiting the truce to gather intelligence on Hamas officials before resuming attacks.
What he’s saying:
Hamas spokesman: "Hamas is deeply rooted in Palestine and will not be affected by the assassination of its leaders."
"The blood of Hamas leaders is the same as that of Gaza’s children and youth—these assassinations will not stop us."
"What is happening in Gaza today is more horrific than the events of the past 15 months of genocide."
Key points:
- The Israeli regime resumed its genocidal assaults on March 18, violating the truce agreement.
- Overnight Israeli attacks killed at least 23 Palestinians, including seven children.
- Since October 7, 2023, over 50,082 Palestinians have been killed and more than 113,408 wounded.
Go deeper:
Despite heavy losses, Hamas continues to resist, calling for the condemnation of the Israeli regime’s genocide in Gaza by the international community. Meanwhile, the humanitarian situation in Gaza worsens, with widespread destruction, displacement, and famine fears mounting.
Mojtaba Darabi
