Gaza strip residents support Hamas. Most were joyous following the October 7 rampage, and many of them joined Hamas at the Kibbutzim near the border, so they could take part in the murders, rape, pillage and vandalism. They went back with hostages and Israeli belongings from homes and the Nova festival.
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Despite concerted efforts by the IDF to meticulously target only Hamas operatives, the task is fraught with challenges. Hamas shamelessly exploits the presence of children, women, and even hospitals as human shields. The European Union itself has recently been compelled to acknowledge and condemn Hamas for its deplorable tactics. Astonishingly, Yahya Sinwar, a prominent leader of this terrorist organization, openly boasts about this despicable strategy.
In the aftermath of "Operation Protective Edge," Bernie Sanders made the audacious claim that "Israel killed 10,000 innocent people." But is there any truth to this assertion? According to Hamas, the official count of casualties stands at 2,310. While Sanders did issue a correction, it is disheartening to witness his failure to grasp the full picture and learn from his mistakes. Just a few days ago, he recklessly asserted that "20,000 were killed in Gaza, with 70% of them being women and children."
This narrative finds support among certain UN officials as well. Regrettably, even The Guardian, a publication that increasingly echoes Hamas propaganda, propagated the claim that "61% of the casualties in Gaza were civilians," suggesting that this figure surpasses the global average during the latter half of the twentieth century. However, it is crucial to note this claim has been thoroughly debunked on numerous occasions.
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Hamas using hospitals as terror bases and then proceeds to tell the world how many died
(Photo: IDF Spokesperson's Unit)
In a striking display of misinformation, certain individuals and media outlets such as Sanders and The Guardian have been relying on dubious sources to support their claims. Take, for example, the Hamas Health Ministry in Gaza, which they conveniently turn to for information. Can this source be trusted? Let's delve deeper.
The same ministry that Sanders and The Guardian cite as their source has a history of making outlandish claims. One such claim was that 500 people were killed by an IDF strike on the Al-Ahli Hospital in Gaza. However, this assertion lacks any factual basis. There is no evidence to support the existence of 500 casualties, let alone an IDF strike on the hospital.
It's intriguing how these individuals and media outlets selectively choose to believe and propagate such baseless claims when they align with their preconceived narratives. By blindly accepting Hamas's inflated figures, they conveniently ignore the reality on the ground.
Furthermore, it is worth noting that comprehensive research conducted by reputable institutions, such as the Watson Institute at Brown University, has provided a more accurate picture. Their findings show that a significant majority of the casualties in conflict zones were unarmed civilians, amounting to 71% of the total.
Amid ongoing uncertainty, it is worth reflecting on a timeless adage: "Trust those who say they seek the truth, but be wary of those who say they've found it." These words hold particular relevance when considering the numbers provided by the Hamas Health Ministry.
Ben-Dror YeminiPhoto: Avigail UziAt this stage, the true extent of the casualties remains elusive, and it is disheartening to acknowledge that we may never obtain a definitive count. However, one fact remains indisputable: Hamas bears full responsibility for the lives lost. Their actions mirror the atrocities committed by the Nazis and their allies during World War II, where millions of innocent civilians perished.
Moreover, it is crucial to scrutinize the intentions of those who reject any proposals for development, peace, and prosperity. Their explicit goal of murdering all Jews and their initiation of a massacre surpassing the magnitude of 9/11 reveal their true nature. They are the ones accountable for the severe tragedy that has unfolded.
First published: 22:06, 12.31.23