Hamas has stated that Jerusalem and Al-Aqsa Mosque are at the heart of the conflict with Israeli occupation, emphasizing that Al-Aqsa Mosque is an Islamic endowment that does not accept division or partnership, and that the enemy has no sovereignty over any part of it. This statement was made on the 26th anniversary of the Al-Aqsa Intifada.
The movement's statement highlighted that this anniversary comes amid an unprecedented escalation by the Israeli occupation government through its aggressive war against the land, people, and holy sites. The government is also intensifying its attempts to Judaize Al-Aqsa Mosque and implement annexation and displacement plans.
Hamas noted that the Al-Aqsa Intifada, which began on September 28, 2000, will remain an inspiring icon for generations, demonstrating the failure of Israeli crimes to extinguish the flame of resistance. The movement renewed its pledge to the blood of martyrs and the sacrifices of prisoners, affirming the Palestinian people's commitment to their land, rights, and constants.
The movement called for a comprehensive Palestinian consensus on a unified strategy of struggle, supported by the Arab and Islamic nation and the free people of the world. This strategy is essential to confront Israeli occupation plans and the liberation project. Hamas urged residents of the West Bank, the occupied interior, and Jerusalem to continue their presence and activism in Al-Aqsa Mosque to thwart settler plans.
Hamas also demanded that the Arab and Islamic nation and the free people of the world take urgent action on all political, diplomatic, media, and popular levels to support the steadfastness of the Palestinian people and counter the criminal projects targeting Al-Aqsa Mosque until its liberation.
The movement's statement emphasized that the Al-Aqsa Intifada was a pivotal event in the Palestinian struggle against Israeli occupation. It showed that the Palestinian people will not give up their rights and will continue to resist Israeli aggression.
The Israeli occupation government's attempts to Judaize Al-Aqsa Mosque and implement annexation plans have been met with strong resistance from Hamas and other Palestinian factions. The situation remains tense, with the Palestinian people continuing to face challenges in their struggle for freedom and self-determination.
Key points
- Hamas stresses that Al-Aqsa Mosque is an Islamic endowment that does not accept division or partnership.
- The movement calls for a unified Palestinian strategy of struggle to confront Israeli occupation plans.
- Hamas demands urgent action from the Arab and Islamic nation to support the Palestinian people's steadfastness and counter Israeli aggression.
