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Borderlines: Israel-Gaza Ceasefire Negotiations with Hamas Spokesman, Osama Hamdan

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Friday, 16 August 2024 - 38 minutes

Osama Hamdan, spokesperson for Hamas, discusses the ongoing ceasefire negotiations, the historical context of the conflict, and the Palestinian right to sovereignty.

Highlights
πŸ•ŠοΈ Hamas has been negotiating a ceasefire for eight months but feels proposals are repeatedly rejected by Israel.
πŸ’” Over 40,000 Palestinians have died since October 7, with Hamas asserting claims of genocide against them.
πŸ“œ Hamdan emphasizes the long history of Palestinian suffering, dating back to 1948, not just the recent violence.
πŸ”„ Hamas calls for an international investigation into atrocities and asserts its actions are a response to occupation.
🀝 Relations with Iran and other countries are framed as support for resistance against occupation.
πŸ—³οΈ Hamdan argues for Palestinian elections and democratic representation, despite challenges.
βš–οΈ The right of return for Palestinians in the diaspora is deemed essential for their identity and justice.

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