⭕ News emerged overnight of protests in Beit Lahia, reportedly against Hamas and calling on an end to the war by any means possible.
But what really happened, and who was behind these protests?
⭕ Hundreds in North Gaza, specifically in Beit Lahia, took to the streets to demand an end to the war and suffering. The protestors were naturally extremely emotional and exhausted due to the prolonged suffering and demanded an urgent end to the misery.
⭕ However these sentiments were exploited by some who harbour an agenda against the resistance, who sought to channel the emotions towards attacking Hamas, laying blame on it for the ongoing suffering.
⭕ This was further exacerbated by the treacherous Fatah and the Palestinian Authority who amplified such calls. Fatah and the PA left no stone unturned without trying to smear Gaza and its resistance and undermining them at every chance.
Accusations against Anas Al-Shareef
⭕ One important note is that the protests specifically targeted renowned Al Jazeera journalist Anas Al-Shareef, implying links with Hamas – given recent assassinations of journalists, there is a huge concern these links are being used to manufacture consent for his assassination.
So how do we treat such news?
⭕ Such development plays right into the agenda of the Zionists, as it ignores the simple fact that the only reason why the war hasn’t stopped is because the Zionists, led by Netanyahu and high right wing government, clearly do not want an end to the war, rather they want to displace the people of Gaza as they stated.
⭕ A small, exploited protest of a few hundred people was exaggerated and highlighted by major Zionist sources online, and quickly amplified by mainstream media across the world, as if it represents the people of Gaza completely.
⭕ Those of us outside of Gaza are not in any position to criticise those inside, as we cannot possibly imagine the grief and trauma they have experienced in recent years. However, we also should be careful not to be deceived by the exploitation and politicisation of such grievances with malicious intentions that only seek to serve the interests of the Zionists.
⭕ Above all, this demonstrates the importance of us continuing our efforts and Dua for the liberation of Palestine, the steadfastness of its people, and against the occupying entity .