The Israeli deliberate targeting of civilian protesters near the separation fence east of Gaza is a new crime added to its black history. Hamas holds the Israeli occupation responsible for the consequences of this escalation.

We confirm that the protests east of Gaza are a form of popular resistance exhibiting the Palestinians’ will to break the siege imposed on the Gaza Strip for 14 years and have a decent life at any cost. Our people have the right to defend their rights and resist the oppression in all forms possible.

Fawzi Barhoum

Hamas spokesperson