Khalil al-Hayya: Hamas to run in Palestinian elections, continue 'resistance'

Key Points:

• Hamas leader Khalil al-Hayya affirmed that the group will continue its "resistance" against Israeli occupation using all legitimate means and plans to participate in the Palestinian Legislative Council elections in November as part of a coalition.
• Hayya framed Hamas’s October 7 attacks as a response to Israeli actions aimed at erasing the Palestinian cause and targeting al-Aqsa Mosque, emphasizing the group's commitment to confronting occupation.
• He criticized the international community's handling of the conflict, praising global solidarity movements against Israeli policies and highlighting Israel's perceived diplomatic isolation at the UN General Assembly.
• Hayya indicated Hamas’s willingness to engage in talks with Fatah and confirmed preparations for election participation, despite potential conflicts with the US peace plan’s stipulations regarding Hamas’s governance role.
• The Hamas leader also commented on Israeli politics, stating that all Israeli parties bear responsibility for Palestinian suffering, which he sees as influencing Israel’s election dynamics.