OCCUPIED JERUSALEM, (PIC)
On the 37th anniversary of its inception, the Islamic Resistance Movement, Hamas, pledged to “remain faithful to the blood of the martyrs and the sacrifices and resilience of our people, and to continue all efforts until the end of aggression and the fulfillment of our people’s aspirations for freedom and self-determination.”
In a statement issued on Saturday to mark its 37th anniversary, Hamas affirmed its commitment to continuing resistance and defending the rights of the Palestinian people, emphasizing its loyalty to the blood of the martyrs and the sacrifices of the Palestinian people in the face of Israeli aggression.
The Movement said that the anniversary of its founding this year comes amidst the ongoing Israeli aggression for the 435th day, in the context of unprecedented genocide, ethnic cleansing, and forced displacement in modern history. It praised the resilience of the Palestinian people and the bravery of the resistance that has thwarted the Israeli plans.
Hamas confirmed that its principles have remained steadfast since its founding and will continue its struggle until achieving freedom and self-determination, calling on the Palestinian people to adhere to their constants and national rights, foremost among which are the liberation of the land, return, and the establishment of an independent state.
Key points highlighted by the Movement in its statement:
- Openness to Initiatives:
Hamas announced its readiness to engage with any serious initiatives to stop the aggression and alleviate the suffering of the Palestinian people, provided that their rights are upheld, including the return of displaced individuals, the withdrawal of the occupation, the reconstruction of Gaza, and the achievement of a prisoner exchange deal. - Rejection of External Projects:
It emphasized its rejection of any international or Israeli projects aimed at determining the future of the Gaza Strip in a way that serves the occupation. - Holding the U.S. Responsible:
The Movement held the Biden administration politically and morally accountable for its support of the occupation, calling for a correction of this course and an end to the war. - Accountability for the Occupation:
It called on the International Court of Justice and human rights organizations to pursue the occupation and its leaders for their crimes in Gaza. - Jerusalem and Al-Aqsa Mosque:
Hamas affirmed that Jerusalem and Al-Aqsa are central to the conflict, and attempts by the occupation to Judaize them or change their features will not succeed. - Escalation of Resistance:
The Movement urged the Palestinian people in the West Bank and Jerusalem to escalate resistance against the occupation and extremist settlers, and to protect Al-Aqsa Mosque from desecration. - Support for the Palestinian People:
Hamas appreciated the support of Arab and Islamic peoples and free individuals around the world, calling for continued international pressure and solidarity actions until the end of aggression.
In conclusion, the Movement renewed its pledge to continue along the path of resistance until achieving victory and liberation, expressing pride in the martyrs, prisoners, and wounded of the Palestinian people, and affirming its belief in the inevitability of the occupation’s demise.
