The senior member of Hamas’ political bureau, Khalil al-Hayya, stressed the objectives of the Palestinian resistance in confrontation with the Israeli regime and highlighted the movement’s resolution to achieve its goals.

The senior Hamas official made the remarks in a statement issued on the first anniversary o f the Al-Aqsa Flood Operation saying, “a year later, our people continue to write a new chapter of history with their resistance, blood, and steadfastness.”
 
“Our objective is clear,” Al-Hayya said and added, “We seek the complete liberation of our land and holy sites, the establishment of a sovereign, independent Palestinian state, and the return of refugees to their homeland.”
 
He praised the unwavering support of the Lebanese Islamic Resistance, which has been involved in the struggle since day one. He acknowledged the sacrifices made by the Lebanese, including thousands of martyrs and wounded, noting that Israel’s aggression has turned Lebanon into a key front in the conflict.
 
“The blood of our leaders, including Ismail Haneyya and Hasan Nasrallah, has forged a new dawn for our nation with Al-Aqsa at its heart and Jerusalem as its destination”, he added.
 
Al-Hayya extended his gratitude to Yemen’s Ansarullah for their steadfast support, both in terms of military action and the millions who have shown solidarity with the Palestinian cause.
 
He also commended the Islamic Republic of Iran for its support, pointing to recent missile strikes in retaliation for Israel’s targeted killings of Hasan Nasrallah and leader Ismail Haniya on Iranian soil. Al-Hayya described Iran’s actions as reshaping the battlefield, likening their missiles to “meteors filling the skies over occupied Palestine.”
 
Al-Hayya also highlighted the drone and missile strikes from Iraq. He stressed that Iraq, both in its present and historical role, is deeply embedded in the Palestinian cause.
 
The senior Hamas official called on the Arab and Islamic nations to translate their solidarity into concrete action, saying, “We appreciate your noble feelings towards our people, but now is the time for roaring resistance from east to west.”
 
He concluded by expressing confidence in the future of the Palestinian struggle, stating that past efforts have laid a strong foundation on which Palestinians can build their future.