Comment by Haniya on the Release of Israeli Hostages

In a quick reaction following the Israeli army's successful operation that freed 4 live Israeli hostages in al-Nuseirat camp, Ismail Haniya, head of the political bureau of Hamas, stated: "Israel cannot impose its options on the movement." Haniya added in a statement: "If the occupation believes it can impose choices on us by force, it is mistaken." He continued: "The movement will not agree to any agreement that does not ensure security for our people first and foremost."