Accepting Quote by Khaled Mashal
“The international community has been extracting concessions from the weaker side suffering under the occupation. For decades, this strategy has done absolutely nothing for the Palestinians. Now they are demanding that Hamas go the same route. We will not accept that. Extracting concessions is not the key to achieving peace. Pressure must be exerted on the occupier.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public statement, Hamas leadership, 2023
Peace cannot be achieved by pressuring the weaker side; the focus must shift to pressuring the occupier directly.
In simple terms: Pressuring the weak doesn’t bring peace; pressure should target the occupier.
Key Takeaway
Target pressure on the occupier for peace.
Themes
conflict
justice
politics
peacebuilding
Mood
determined
urgent
Type
political
activist
When to use this quote
- diplomatic talks
- international sanctions
- grassroots activism
- media campaigns
Key Concepts
power dynamics
asymmetry
negotiation
human rights
Questions to Reflect On
- How can the international community effectively pressure the occupier?
- What alternatives exist to concessions for peace?
A Different Perspective
If the occupier is not pressured, concessions may still fail to bring peace.
![“I say to the [European countries]: Hurry up and apologize to our nation, because if you do not, you will regret it. This is because our nation is progressing and is victorious. Do not leave a black mark in the collective memory of the nation, because our nation will not forgive you.” quote by Khaled Mashal](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/b58/khaled-mashal-15178_apologizing_i-say-to-the-european-countries-hurry-up_933631.jpg)
![“Tomorrow, our nation will sit on the throne of the world. [..] Tomorrow we will lead the world, Allah willing. Apologize today, before remorse will do you no good. Our nation is moving forwards, and it is in your interest to respect a victorious nation.” quote by Khaled Mashal](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/1bb/khaled-mashal-15178_apologizing_tomorrow-our-nation-will-sit-on-the-thro_1219444.jpg)
