VERIFIED QUOTE · reported 2026-08-18
“Israel retains its full right of self-defense: if Hamas resorts to terror, violence, or attempts to rearm, Israel will retain the right to act accordingly.”
Board of Peace · said 2026-08-17 · reported 2026-08-18
The Board of Peace official said Israel retains its right of self-defense if Hamas rearms or resorts to violence.
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