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Ra'am Chairman Abbas Explains Refusal to Label Hamas a Terror Group
Ra'am chairman Mansour Abbas met with President Isaac Herzog and was asked if he views Hamas as a terror organization. Abbas avoided a direct answer, stating he needs to act as a bridge and protect himself and his family. He affirmed his opposition to all terror and violence, aspiring to peace between the two peoples.
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What happened
- 01Ra'am chairman Mansour Abbas refused to directly label Hamas a terror organization when questioned by President Herzog.
- 02Abbas stated he needs to maintain a "bridge" role to influence the other side and protect himself and his family.
- 03He affirmed opposition to all terror and violence, aspiring to peace between Israelis and Palestinians.
- 04The exchange took place during Ra'am's delivery of its government-forming recommendation to President Herzog.
- 05Eyal Shviki, Director-General of the President's Residence, pressed Abbas for a clear answer.
The exchange occurred during Ra'am's delivery of its government-forming recommendation to the president.
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