Hamas Official Discusses Ceasefire Terms: Storing Weapons and Palestinian Statehood

Hamas's Ceasefire Proposal

• 🎯 Hamas is open to a comprehensive approach to avoid further escalations, including discussions on a long-term ceasefire or truce.
• 💡 This proposal is linked to initiating a political process aimed at establishing an independent Palestinian state.

Storing or Freezing Weapons

• ⚖️ As part of a potential deal, Hamas is ready to discuss the idea of storing or freezing its weapons.
• 🛡️ This would be contingent on total security arrangements that preserve the Palestinians' ability to defend themselves if attacked.

Historical Context and Palestinian Grievances

• ⏳ The official emphasizes that the conflict's history predates October 7th, citing 77 years of alleged genocide and ethnic cleansing.
• 🌍 Specific grievances mentioned include the expulsion of Palestinians from Jerusalem, the Judaization of Jerusalem, altering Al-Aqsa Mosque, land annexation, and daily attacks on Palestinians in the West Bank.
• ✊ Hamas views the October 7th events as an act of defense in this historical context.