The spokesperson for the resistance movement, Hazem Qassem, described the first phase of the prisoner exchange as a moment of national unity and resilience, saying it signals a turning point toward ending the genocidal war on Gaza. Speaking after the exchange was carried out under Egyptian and Turkish mediation, with Qatari and American involvement, Qassem affirmed that the process was conducted with precision, professionalism, and deep coordination among Palestinian factions.
According to Qassem, the exchange stands not only as a humanitarian gesture but as a political achievement, a sign that steadfastness and unity can triumph where military aggression has failed. He explained that despite attempts by the occupying power to alter lists and delay the release of detainees, the agreement was implemented responsibly and transparently. “This deal embodies the unity of our people,” he said, “a mosaic that reflects our collective suffering and shared hope for freedom.”
The ongoing exchange includes prisoners with life sentences and those detained during the recent stages of the war, with more than 1,700 from Gaza and around 250 from the West Bank and Jerusalem expected to regain their freedom. The movement underscored that the negotiations were based on a national rather than political vision, treating all prisoners as members of one people.
As celebrations of quiet joy spread across Palestinian cities and camps, the agreement was hailed as both a humanitarian victory and a reaffirmation of resilience. It reflects a fragile yet vital moment, a glimpse of justice amid devastation, and a reminder that unity remains Gaza’s most enduring strength.
Source : Safa News