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The Day · Wednesday 17 December 2025

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Hamas Leader Accuses Israel of Repeated Gaza Ceasefire Violations

A Hamas leader has accused Israel of repeatedly violating the Gaza ceasefire deal. The accusation intensifies ongoing tensions, with calls for accountability and adherence to the terms of the agreement. No additional context or responses have been made public so far.

GAZA CITY, GAZA – DECEMBER 13: Four Palestinians lost their lives after an Israeli airstrike that targeted a vehicle at Al-Rashid Al-Bahri Street in the western part of Gaza City, Gaza on December 13, 2025. ( Saeed M. M. T. Jaras – Anadolu Agency )

A Hamas leader has accused Israel of repeatedly violating the Gaza ceasefire deal. In a direct statement, the leader held Israel responsible for ongoing breaches, alleging that it has consistently failed to adhere to the terms agreed upon in the ceasefire arrangement concerning Gaza.

The accusation comes amid continuous scrutiny over the terms of the ceasefire deal, which aimed to establish calm and prevent further escalation. According to the Hamas leader, the repeated violations undermine the credibility of agreements and put at risk any efforts toward de-escalation in Gaza.

From its side, the Hamas leader’s statement highlights a recurring pattern of what it describes as non-compliance by Israel. The leader claimed that the situation on the ground reflects deliberate actions which contradict the ceasefire’s objectives and that such behavior threatens the fragile balance that the ceasefire was intended to maintain.

Meanwhile, no official response or confirmation has been issued from Israel regarding the allegations. The Hamas leader emphasized that the violations are ongoing and deliberate, calling them a clear breach of the deal reached between the parties concerning Gaza.

In addition, the leader stressed that such actions demonstrate a disregard for the lives and safety of civilians, whose wellbeing depends on the implementation of the ceasefire. The statement underscored a firm stance demanding accountability for what it views as continued aggression and disrespect for previously established commitments.

Observers note that the statement adds to a broader narrative of resistance and resistance-aligned messaging that seeks to call out what is perceived as systematic disregard for Palestinian rights and agreements. The accusation places renewed focus on the terms of the ceasefire and the necessity for all involved parties to uphold their obligations without compromise.

While the full implications of the accusations remain to be seen, the statement reinforces tensions and signals potential risks for future stability in Gaza if the issues are not addressed. The Hamas leader maintained that the movement remains committed to highlighting violations and intends to pursue all avenues to ensure that such breaches are brought to light.

The allegations echo previous claims made by resistance factions regarding Israel’s adherence to ceasefire deals. However, this latest statement focuses specifically on what the Hamas leader described as ongoing violations, suggesting a persistent failure to honor commitments made in past negotiations relating to Gaza.

As the situation remains tense, further developments may emerge. For now, the accusation stands as a clear message from Hamas holding Israel to account for what it portrays as repeated violations of the Gaza ceasefire deal.

17 Dec, 00:16

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