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Hamas military spokesperson Abu Obeida speaks after captive release

Hamas Military spokesperson Abu Obeida said his group was committed to the ceasefire deal as fighters from the group released three Israeli captives. 

Here's a summary of what he said on Sunday: 

  • "We want the deal to be a success to end the bloodshed among our people. 
  • "The [ceasefire] deal...could have been reached over a year ago, yet Netanyahu's malicious ambitions led him to continue this genocidal war. 
  • "We are prepared to honour all the terms of the agreement and respect the timetable set.
  • "October 7 [2023] was a result of the continued oppression of Palestinian people.
  • "The occupation is the root of all evil and we must put an end to it. All attempts to continue this will be met by force."