Hamas Declares Israeli Withdrawal from Netzarim 'Failure of War Goals'

Hamas has declared that Israel's recent withdrawal from the Netzarim Corridor signifies a failure of its war objectives in Gaza, reiterating that the return of displaced Palestinians and ongoing prisoner exchanges undermine Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's claims of victory. A senior Hamas official stated that Gaza remains defended by its people and resistance fighters, emphasizing that all military control efforts by Israel have been unsuccessful. In response to U.S. President Donald Trump's controversial proposal to buy and control Gaza, Hamas criticized the notion, asserting that Gaza is not a commodity to be traded. Trump's remarks, made aboard Air Force One, were met with widespread condemnation from Palestinian leaders and regional allies. The ceasefire agreement initiated in January has allowed for the movement of displaced persons back to their homes, further highlighting the challenges faced by Israeli forces in the region. Hamas maintains that the struggle for Gaza will continue, and the area will remain off-limits to foreign invaders.