The chairman of the political bureau of Hamas is addressing the Gaza audience this evening to try and explain to them why they continue to suffer while he is enjoying himself in hotels in Qatar.
Haniyeh explains that as far as Hamas is concerned, there could have been an agreement already today, but it did not happen because of Israel – it does not agree to anything.
Haniyeh states the 5 principles of Hamas for the deal:
1. Comprehensive ceasefire
2. Complete withdrawal of Israel from all areas of the Gaza Strip
3. Full return of the displaced to their homes without conditions
4. Aid to the residents of the Gaza Strip, the lifting of the blockade and the rehabilitation of the Gaza Strip.
5. Prisoner exchange deal.
Beyond that, he congratulates the residents of the Gaza Strip for their “legendary steadfastness (!)”.
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In his public speech, Haniyeh actually indulges himself again to 5 principles that he knows for sure that there is no chance that Israel will agree to them. Hamas cannot afford a deal. The solution is not yet political. It is parked in the military lot.