Hamas official says Israel aims to end Palestinian presence in Gaza

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Senior Hamas official Osama Hamdan stated on May 23, 2026, that Israel's military campaign in Gaza aims to end the Palestinian presence in the territory. Hamdan rejected calls for Hamas to disarm, asserting that resistance is the best protection for the Palestinian cause and warning that continued pressure could lead to renewed conflict.

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Senior Hamas official Osama Hamdan said Israel’s military campaign in Gaza goes beyond occupation and is aimed at ending the Palestinian presence in the territory. Speaking to Drop Site News, Hamdan said Israel was attempting to convince Palestinians that they have no future in their homeland and that leaving was the only option.

Hamas official says Israel aims to end Palestinian presence in Gaza

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