Senior Israeli politician warns Russia it will ‘pay the price’ for supporting HAMAS
Russia will pay for its support of the Palestinian militant group HAMAS, according to Amir Weitmann, the head of the libertarian caucus in Israel's ruling Likud Party, who spoke on Russian propaganda channel RT on Oct. 19.
Weitmann’s interview began with the host discussing the “attack on Al-Ahli Hospital” in the Gaza Strip. Weitmann interjected, emphatically emphasizing that it was not an Israeli attack but rather “Palestinian terrorist propaganda.”
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According to multiple reports by independent OSINT analysts and US intelligence, the hospital incident was most likely caused by an errant missile launched by HAMAS or Palestinian Jihad.
The Russian propagandist subsequently suggested that Moscow was proposing a peaceful resolution to the conflict, in response to which Weitmann exploded.
“I understand you’re on the Russian payroll, and I understand this is Russian propaganda. But you have to be very careful, because, let me tell you, we’re going to finish this war. We’re going to win because we’re stronger,” Weitmann said.
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“After this, Russia will pay the price. Believe me, Russia will pay,” stated the Israeli politician.
War in Israel — What is Known
Large-scale hostilities in Israel began on Oct. 7. From the early morning, the Palestinian militant group Hamas, which is recognized by the US, UK and EU as a terrorist organization, repeatedly targeted the country with thousands of rockets and missiles.
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Armed Hamas militants then invaded southern Israel, killing people and taking hostages. In response to the Hamas attack, the Israel Defense Forces launched Operation Iron Swords, striking the Gaza Strip.
During the night of Oct. 8, Israel announced the restoration of control over the majority of the populated areas that had been penetrated by Palestinian militants. Israel’s Cabinet has declared a state of war for the first time since 1973.
On Oct. 10, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) announced that it had regained full control of the border with the Gaza Strip.
The Hamas attack in Israel may have killed at least 1,400 people. More than 3,400 people were reported dead in Gaza.
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