IDF Spokesman accuses world media of falling for Hamas lies
In an article published by the Wall Street Journal on Monday, IDF Spokesman Brig.-Gen. Ronen Manelis offered the facts behind the “peaceful protest” organized by Hamas in the Gaza Strip. For instance, Hamas hired civilians, including women and children, “as extras” by shelling out $14 per individual, $100 per family and $500 for those injured. Its commanders took part in civilian dress, each running a sector of the operation as a director. In Hamas-ruled Gaza, there is no freedom of assembly or speech, only gatherings sanctioned by Hamas – hence no authentic protest is possible. On Facebook, Hamas posted maps for their operatives showing the quickest routes from the Gaza border with Israel to Israelis’ homes, schools, and day-care centers targeted for attack, after they broke through the fence by force. Brig.-Gen Manelis concluded: “If to win the international propaganda war like Hamas, I need to lie, I prefer to tell the truth and lose. The IDF will win where it matters – protecting our civilians in the face of terror.”