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"If the war ends without Hamas being defeated, they will see it as a victory," he explained, adding that Hamas would not voluntarily disarm or relinquish control unless force induces them to surrender. The historical precedent demonstrates that past attempts at Palestinian self-governance in Gaza have merely led to Hamas consolidating power and turning the area into what he called “Kamastan”—a term echoing a state controlled by Hamas.
The Role of Regional Actors: Egypt, Qatar, and Turkey
Looking forward, Kenrikus stressed that regional support plays a crucial role in shaping Gaza's future. He called for Egypt, Qatar, and Turkey—key sponsors of Hamas—to take decisive action and pressure Hamas into surrendering, disarming, and relinquishing control.