In a recent development, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has issued a direct appeal to members of Hamas, urging them not to sacrifice their lives for the leader of the militant group in Gaza, Yahya Sinwar. The statement reflects escalating tensions in the region and Netanyahu’s attempt to address members of the opposing faction directly. The situation remains tense, and I expect further updates as events unfold.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu made a direct plea to members of the Palestinian militant group Hamas on Sunday, urging them not to sacrifice their lives for Yahya Sinwar, the group’s leader in Gaza. Additionally, Netanyahu called on Hamas to surrender to Israeli troops. The statement followed remarks by Israel Defense Forces (IDF) Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi, who suggested signs of Hamas facing internal challenges. Netanyahu highlighted recent instances of Hamas members surrendering to Israeli forces in a video statement, emphasizing the willingness of some members to lay down their weapons and submit to Israeli authorities.
בימים האחרונים עשרות מחבלי חמאס נכנעים בפני כוחותינו. הם מניחים את נשקם ומוסרים את עצמם לידי לוחמינו הגיבורים.
זה ייקח עוד זמן, המלחמה בעיצומה, אבל זה תחילת הסוף של החמאס.
אני אומר למחבלי החמאס: זה נגמר. אל תמותו בשביל סינוואר. תיכנעו – עכשיו. pic.twitter.com/ZeJloJMKBR
— Benjamin Netanyahu – בנימין נתניהו (@netanyahu) December 10, 2023
