"Hamas": Netanyahu Uses Negotiations as Cover for Attack on Rafah

The Hamas movement stated that "Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his extremist government are using negotiations as a cover for the attack on Rafah, the occupation of the crossing, and the continuation of the genocide." It mentioned that they "have dealt with the efforts of mediators with full responsibility and positively," adding, "We have shown the necessary flexibility to facilitate reaching an agreement." The movement emphasized that "the attack on Rafah will not be a picnic, and Gaza will always be a graveyard for the invading occupiers." It stated, "We will hold consultations with leaders of Palestinian resistance factions to reconsider our negotiation strategy."