Macron's UN Speech Claims Hamas Never Operated in West Bank, Drawing Israeli Rebuke
Translated & summarized from Mako by baba
French President Emmanuel Macron claimed at the UN that Hamas has never operated in the West Bank. This statement was immediately contradicted by Israeli security officials who cited recent operations against Hamas cells and past attacks by the group in the region.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Macron claimed Hamas never operated in the West Bank at the UN.
- He stated respecting Palestinian existence is key to Israel's security.
- Israeli security forces dispute Macron's claim.
- IDF and Shin Bet recently foiled a Hamas cell in the Jordan Valley.
- Hamas has been responsible for numerous Israeli deaths over the years.
French President Emmanuel Macron stated at the UN General Assembly that Hamas has never operated in the West Bank, suggesting this as a reason for the ongoing violations in the region. "What we need is to respect the legitimate right of the Palestinian people to exist," Macron declared, adding that this is a prerequisite for Israel's security.
However, Israeli security officials and reports contradict Macron's assertion. Earlier in September, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and the Shin Bet security agency thwarted a Hamas cell of ten operatives planning attacks against Israel in the village of Aqaba in the northern Jordan Valley. A rocket was also found in their possession.
Over the years, Hamas operatives have been responsible for the deaths of dozens of Israelis in terror attacks throughout Judea, Samaria, and the Jordan Valley. Israeli security forces have continued to operate against Hamas militants in these areas, including in known strongholds like Jenin, Nablus, and Tulkarm.
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