Staff Reports
In a disturbing and chilling propaganda video, a masked Hamas terrorist is seen ordering Israeli hostages to “keep waving” as they are being loaded onto a Red Cross van. This shocking footage was captured during the second release of hostages on Saturday, where thirteen Israelis and four Thai farmworkers were finally freed after enduring 50 days of captivity.
Hamas caught in the act. https://t.co/W522tZid7g
— Breitbart News (@BreitbartNews) November 27, 2023
Hamas has been trying to present a humanitarian image of themselves through these videos, hoping to offset the worldwide horror caused by their brutal attacks and kidnappings on October 7th. However, their true intentions are revealed in moments like this, where the masked terrorist’s cold and gruff command to “keep waving” makes it clear that they see the hostages as mere pawns in their propaganda game.
The Jerusalem Post rightfully points out that this video quickly circulated online, with some sympathizers of Hamas seeing it as a validation of their actions, while others condemned it as further proof of Hamas’s cruelty. It is deeply unsettling to witness the Israeli hostages, including children and elderly individuals, being used as tools for Hamas’s propaganda machine.
Dr. Ron Schleifer, an expert in psychological warfare, explains that these videos are part of Hamas’s strategy to erase the memory of their previous acts of brutality during the October 7th attacks. By showing hostages appearing grateful and smiling towards their captors upon their release, Hamas aims to manipulate public perception and generate sympathy for their cause.
It is crucial to remember that Hamas has taken around 240 hostages, including innocent babies and elderly Holocaust survivors, while mercilessly murdering 1,200 people. This flagrant violation of international law, with no Red Cross visits allowed, is an atrocity that cannot be ignored.
These videos serve as a stark reminder of the evil and twisted nature of Hamas’s tactics. Their attempts to present a façade of compassion should not fool us. We must remain vigilant and condemn their actions, and we must continue to support Israel as they fight against these terrorists.
These propaganda videos are a disgrace and a clear indication of Hamas’s manipulative and cruel behavior. It is heartbreaking to see innocent hostages being used in this way. This incident only reinforces the need for a strong and unwavering stance against terrorism. Israel must continue to defend itself against these barbaric acts, and the international community must stand united in the fight against Hamas.)
