https://www.msn.com/en-xl/news/other/a-closer-look-at-the-palestinian-terrorists-freed-by-israel/ar-AA1z9eu6?ocid=msedgntp&pc=LCTS&cvid=0d0cf55d4a0b4416ca1a03461bc6b543&ei=9
Tel Aviv [Israel], February 16 (ANI/TPS): Israel released 369 imprisoned Palestinian terrorists on Saturday in exchange for hostages Sasha Trufanov, Sagui Dekel-Chen and Yair Horn The list includes 36 terrorists serving life sentences for murder and 333 Palestinians from Gaza who were detained during the war.
In response to Hamas dressing the hostages in prison uniforms and giving them farewell "gifts," the Israel Prison Service dressed the imprisoned terrorists in shirts featuring the logo of the Israeli Prison Service, a Jewish star, and the phrase written in Arabic, "We will not forgive or forget."
They were also shown a video showing Gaza's destruction.
The 333 Palestinians from Gaza were sent back to the Strip. Of the other 36 terrorists, 25 were deported to Gaza or abroad through Egypt, 10 returned to their homes in Judea and Samaria, and one went home to eastern Jerusalem.
Here is a closer look at some of the more notable terrorists who were freed on Saturday.
Abdel Karim Aweis: A former intelligence officer in the Palestinian Authority Security Services who was also a commander in Fatah's Al Aqsa Martyrs Brigades. Aweis was serving multiple life sentences for organizing shooting attacks and dispatching suicide bombers during the Second Intifada. He is being deported abroad via Egypt.
Ahmed Barghouti: A senior Fatah figure and commander in the Al Aqsa Martyrs Brigades serving 13 life sentences for organizing and dispatching suicide bombers to Jerusalem in which 12 Israelis were killed and dozens more injured during the Second Intifada. Barghouti, 48, will be deported abroad via Egypt.
Ahmed Abu Hader: Was serving multiple life sentences for a shooting attack at an event hall that killed six people. He was also plotting an attack on a hospital in Ramat Gan.
Shadi Abu Shakhdam: of Fatah's Al Aqsa Martyrs Brigades was serving six life sentences for planning a 2002 bombing at Jerusalem's Mahane Yehuda Market, in which 12 people were killed and 80 injured.
The ongoing first phase of the ceasefire is supposed to see a total of 33 Israeli hostages freed over six weeks in exchange for up to 1,904 Palestinian terrorists imprisoned in Israel. The exact number will depend on how Israeli captives are alive. Hamas notified Israeli authorities in January that of the 33, eight are dead but offered no evidence.
Since the first hostage release on Jan. 19, Hamas has freed 19 Israeli and five Thai captives in exchange for 952 imprisoned Palestinian terrorists. The fate of the remaining 65 hostages will be determined by negotiations during the ceasefire's second phase. Critics say the phased approach condemns these 65 hostages to open-ended captivity and undermines Israel's war gains.
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Rubio Arrives in Israel with bombs
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US top diplomat Marco Rubio is in Israel to discuss the ceasefire in Gaza with Premier Benjamin Netanyahu. The trip coincides with the arrival of a shipment of US 2,000-pound bombs. DW has more. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is making his first visit to Israel since taking the high-level role in the Trump administration
Israel's Defense Ministry said Sunday it had taken delivery of a shipment of 2,000-pound (900 kg) bombs from the United States after US President Donald Trump lifted a suspension on their export imposed by his predecessor Joe Biden.
@Rajk999 saidThat's impossible; Hamas has been "destroyed" and Trump promised all the hostages would be released pronto.
https://www.msn.com/en-xl/news/other/a-closer-look-at-the-palestinian-terrorists-freed-by-israel/ar-AA1z9eu6?ocid=msedgntp&pc=LCTS&cvid=0d0cf55d4a0b4416ca1a03461bc6b543&ei=9
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@Rajk999 saidDidn't Biden give Bibi like 20,000 of these bombs already? How many more do they need?
Rubio Arrives in Israel with bombs
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US top diplomat Marco Rubio is in Israel to discuss the ceasefire in Gaza with Premier Benjamin Netanyahu. The trip coin ...[text shortened]... President Donald Trump lifted a suspension on their export imposed by his predecessor Joe Biden.
With only 50,000 Hamas in Gaza you'd think they'd take care of it by now.
@wildgrass saidYou are an idiot. Either you have no clue about how these things work or you are a supporter of terrorists.
Didn't Biden give Bibi like 20,000 of these bombs already? How many more do they need?
With only 50,000 Hamas in Gaza you'd think they'd take care of it by now.
@no1marauder saidA very high % of them were killed, but like all cockroaches they multiply profusely. The only solution is to wipe them all out.
That's impossible; Hamas has been "destroyed" and Trump promised all the hostages would be released pronto.
@wildgrass saidhttps://www.fdd.org/analysis/2025/01/27/ordered-and-paid-for-president-trump-releases-2000-pound-bomb-shipment-to-israel-held-up-by-biden-administration/
I'd have less of a problem with the use of these bombs if Israel were paying for them.
‘Ordered and Paid For’: President Trump Releases 2,000-Pound Bomb Shipment to Israel Held Up by Biden Administration
Trump Releases Munitions to Israel: President Donald Trump said on January 25 that he had instructed the U.S. military to release a shipment of MK-84 2,000-pound bombs to Israel held up by the Biden administration. The move comes amid a ceasefire in Gaza that has so far seen the release of seven Israeli hostages held by Hamas in exchange for hundreds of Palestinian prisoners from Israeli jails, many of whom were convicted of terrorism.
Munitions Paid for by Israel: Trump said that Israel “ordered and paid for” approximately 1,800 bombs and has waited for their delivery “for a long time” but that they were being held in storage by the previous administration. Outgoing Israeli Ambassador to the United States Michael Herzog said that he believed that the shipment of the weapons, which “haven’t been released until now by the Biden administration,” is now imminent. Trump said in a January 25 statement that the munitions “are now on their way.”
@Rajk999 saidLol. "Paid for" with us dollars.
https://www.fdd.org/analysis/2025/01/27/ordered-and-paid-for-president-trump-releases-2000-pound-bomb-shipment-to-israel-held-up-by-biden-administration/
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https://www.cfr.org/article/us-aid-israel-four-charts
@no1marauder saidAre you pretending that you do not know that the aim of Palestinians is to kill all Jews, like they have stated?
Yes, we know of your proposal to kill every single Palestinian in Gaza.
@Rajk999 saidNo, they haven't and no matter how many times you say this it's still a lie meant to justify your call for a second (and more through) Holocaust, this time against the Palestinian People.
Are you pretending that you do not know that the aim of Palestinians is to kill all Jews, like they have stated?
@happy-chappy saidGetting personal is the proof that you have no case. If you want to support Palestinians or Hamas then you should state your case. Let me help you ... the issue is "Does Hamas want to kill Jews and do Palestinians generally support Hamas. Its a Yes in both cases. Educate yourself instead of focussing on me and where I play chess.
I truly wish you played chess on a different website. Maybe just OTB with your mates.
Here is what Deepseek had to say about this matter. Read and learn otherwise STFU :
Hamas, as an organization, has a complex and controversial history, and its rhetoric and actions have been a source of significant concern and condemnation. Here are some key points to consider regarding Hamas's stance:
1. Charter and Rhetoric:
1988 Charter: Hamas's original charter, published in 1988, contained anti-Semitic language and called for the destruction of Israel. It cited conspiracy theories and made hostile references to Jews, not just Zionists or the state of Israel.
2017 Document: In 2017, Hamas released a new policy document that attempted to moderate some of its language. It distinguished between Jews as a religious group and Zionists as a political movement, stating that its conflict was with Zionism, not Judaism. However, the document still rejected the legitimacy of Israel and did not renounce violence.
2. Actions and Violence:
Hamas has been involved in numerous violent attacks, including suicide bombings, rocket attacks, and other forms of violence, primarily targeting Israeli civilians and military personnel. These actions have resulted in significant loss of life and have been widely condemned by the international community.
The group's military wing, the Izz ad-Din al-Qassam Brigades, has been responsible for many of these attacks.
3. International Designation:
Hamas is designated as a terrorist organization by several countries, including the United States, the European Union, Canada, and Israel. This designation is due to its use of violence and its stated goals, which include the destruction of Israel.
4. Contextual Understanding:
It's important to distinguish between Hamas's rhetoric and the broader Palestinian population. While Hamas's actions and statements have been hostile towards Jews and Israel, this does not represent the views of all Palestinians. Many Palestinians seek a peaceful resolution to the conflict and do not support Hamas's methods or ideology.
5. Humanitarian and Governance Roles:
In addition to its militant activities, Hamas also functions as a governing authority in the Gaza Strip, providing social services and governance. This dual role complicates the picture, as some Palestinians support Hamas for its social services and resistance to occupation, while others oppose its violent tactics and governance style.
Conclusion:
Hamas's historical rhetoric and actions have included hostile statements towards Jews and violent attacks that have targeted Israeli civilians. While the 2017 policy document attempted to moderate some of its language, the group's overall stance and actions continue to be a source of significant concern. It is crucial to approach this issue with a nuanced understanding, recognizing the distinction between Hamas's ideology and the diverse views of the Palestinian population.
@Rajk999 saidNothing there supports your statement i.e. "Are you pretending that you do not know that the aim of Palestinians is to kill all Jews, like they have stated?"
Getting personal is the proof that you have no case. If you want to support Palestinians or Hamas then you should state your case. Let me help you ... the issue is "Does Hamas want to kill Jews and do Palestinians generally support Hamas. Its a Yes in both cases. Educate yourself instead of focussing on me and where I play chess.
Here is what Deepseek had to say about ...[text shortened]... g the distinction between Hamas's ideology and the diverse views of the Palestinian population. [/i]
In fact, it directly contradicts it:
"4. Contextual Understanding:
It's important to distinguish between Hamas's rhetoric and the broader Palestinian population. While Hamas's actions and statements have been hostile towards Jews and Israel, this does not represent the views of all Palestinians. Many Palestinians seek a peaceful resolution to the conflict and do not support Hamas's methods or ideology.
It doesn't even support the claim that Hamas wants to "kill all Jews".