The commander of Iran’s Quds Force, Esmail Qa’ani, recently stated that the Gaza ceasefire represents a major setback for Israel. Qa’ani, a high-ranking official in the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), made this declaration on Sunday, January 19th. He specifically pointed to the fact that Israel agreed to terms they had previously refused, framing it as a sign of weakness. This statement comes after months of intense fighting in the Gaza region, which ultimately led to the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas.
Qa’ani further explained that the ceasefire demonstrates a significant win for the Palestinian resistance. He asserted that Israel was compelled to accept conditions set by the resistance movement, indicating a shift in the balance of power. According to Qa’ani, Israel’s acceptance of these terms shows that they were not in a position of strength, despite previously rejecting such demands. He believes this agreement proves the resistance’s ability to exert pressure and achieve its objectives.
This ceasefire, while bringing a pause to the violence, doesn’t mean the end of conflict in the region. The fragile peace is happening amidst long-standing tensions and disagreements. The recent conflict, and now the ceasefire, remind everyone of the difficult and unstable situation between Israel and various Palestinian groups. Qa’ani’s comments emphasize Iran’s continued support for Palestinian resistance and showcase how they view the situation as a considerable win for their allies.