Palestinian President Strongly Criticizes Hamas, Calling Them “Sons of Dogs”

International Desk

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas yesterday strongly criticized Hamas during a meeting of the Fatah Central Council in Ramallah. He referred to Hamas as “sons of dogs” and emphasized the need for the release of detained prisoners in Gaza, the surrender of weapons, and the transfer of Gaza’s control to the Palestinian Authority.

Abbas said, “Hamas has given Israel an excuse to launch attacks on Gaza. By not releasing the prisoners, they are increasing the suffering of our people.”

He called on Hamas to relinquish control of Gaza and transform into a political party, abiding by the laws of the Palestinian state.

He further stated, “Hundreds of people are dying every day. Hamas must release the prisoners now and stop this war.”

President Abbas also criticized Israel, accusing it of waging a “war of annihilation” in Gaza, and said, “Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu is taking political advantage from this war.”

However, he stressed that Palestinian unity and establishing peace in Gaza require Hamas to give up its responsibilities.

Hamas spokesperson Basem Naim condemned Abbas’s remarks, saying he was insulting a significant portion of the Palestinian people. The long-standing political divide between Fatah and Hamas became even clearer through this speech.

Abbas also announced that he is working with Egypt and the United Nations to organize an international conference in Gaza to ensure a ceasefire and Palestinian unity.