Reporting on live TV about the death of his colleague, a correspondent threw his protective vest to the ground and wept, 'We are going to be killed. One by one.'

Nov 3, 2023 ·

Salman Al-Bashir, a senior Hamas official, recently made an explosive outburst during a TV interview in Gaza following the death of Mohammed Abu Hatab, a Palestinian youth killed in an Israeli airstrike. Al-Bashir claimed that Israel was deliberately targeting children and accused the international community of failing to stop the “genocide” of Palestinians living in occupied territories. He further denounced the UN Security Council for its inaction and called on Arab nations to intervene in order to protect Palestinian lives.

Al-Bashir's comments have been met with criticism from Israeli leaders and the international community as well. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu responded by accusing Hamas of using children as human shields and reiterated his government's commitment to defend the citizens of Israel. Meanwhile, the US has expressed alarm over the situation in Gaza and urged both sides to de-escalate tensions.

The death of Abu Hatab, and the subsequent backlash it has caused, serves to highlight the long-standing conflict between Israel and Palestine that dates back many decades. This latest crisis has sparked debate amongst world leaders about how best to address the situation in Gaza and reinstitute peace talks between the two entities. In addition, some countries have proposed calling an emergency meeting to discuss the current state of affairs in the region.

Despite the ongoing dispute, both sides remain adamant that any diplomatic solution must be based on mutual respect and recognition. The international community, including the US and EU, will play a crucial role in helping to resolve this longstanding conflict. It is hoped that a peaceful resolution can be reached that benefits all parties involved and helps to ensure the safety of Palestinians living in occupied territories.