Hamas rejected a report submitted to the United Nations Security Council by the so-called “Peace Council” concerning implementation of the ceasefire agreement in the Gaza Strip, accusing the report of distorting facts and adopting Israeli conditions.
In a statement, Hamas said the report absolves Israel of responsibility for daily violations of the ceasefire while placing blame on Hamas for delays in reconstruction.
The movement argued that Israel continues imposing severe restrictions on crossings and preventing the entry of shelter materials and infrastructure repair equipment needed for reconstruction efforts.
Hamas said it is “not the obstacle” to rebuilding Gaza and described accusations against it as false because they ignore Israel’s failure to fulfil most of its obligations during the first phase of the agreement.
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