On July 18, 2025, after months of silence, Abu Obeidah, the spokesperson for the Al-Qassam Brigades, emerged with a powerful and poignant video statement that reverberated across the Arab and Islamic world.
His gaunt appearance, a stark reflection of the starvation and suffering gripping Gaza, served as a haunting testament to the humanitarian crisis unfolding in the region.
Yet, his words carried an even heavier weight, delivering a searing indictment of the silence and inaction of Arab and Islamic leaders, elites, and scholars in the face of Gaza’s plight.
In a speech laced with pain, resolve, and unyielding faith, Abu Obeidah called for accountability, honored the resilience of Gaza’s resistance, and praised those who have stood in solidarity with the Palestinian cause.
A Voice of Anguish and Accountability
In his address, Abu Obeidah did not mince words. Speaking directly to the leaders of the Arab and Islamic nations, he declared, “O Leaders of the Arab nation, its elites, and the Ulema, you are our adversaries before Almighty God. You are adversaries of every orphaned child and every hungry child, for they have been betrayed by your silence.”
His words cut deep, holding the two-billion-strong Muslim Ummah accountable for failing to act while Gaza endures relentless suffering.
“The necks of the leaders of the Islamic and Arab nation, their elites and scholars, are burdened with the blood of tens of thousands of innocents whom they have failed through their silence,” he added, emphasizing the moral weight of their inaction.
Abu Obeidah’s statement painted a grim picture of a region abandoned by its own, left to face a “criminal enemy” emboldened by global powers.
“Our enemy is supplied with ammunition by the world powers, while the Ummah watches them deprive Gazans of food and water,” he said, highlighting the stark contrast between the support given to the occupying forces and the neglect faced by Palestinians.
His speech was not just a critique but a call to action, urging those with influence to fulfill their “divine duty” to support Gaza.
Honoring Resilience and Solidarity
Despite the visible toll of Gaza’s suffering on his own frame, Abu Obeidah’s voice carried an unshakable resolve. He described Gaza’s resistance as “the greatest military school for a people’s resistance against their occupiers in contemporary history.”
He detailed the Al-Qassam Brigades’ efforts, noting that their fighters had inflicted significant losses on enemy forces, with “hundreds of enemy soldiers killed and wounded over the past months, along with thousands suffering from psychological disorders and trauma.”
He also highlighted a recent operation where mujahideen pursued a soldier responsible for demolishing civilian homes, underscoring their determination to resist despite overwhelming odds.
In a powerful gesture of solidarity, Abu Obeidah extended heartfelt gratitude to Yemen’s Ansar Allah (Houthi forces), whom he praised for their unwavering support.
“We extend greetings to our dear blessed people in Yemen of wisdom and faith, and to its armed forces, and to the true brothers Ansar Allah, who have amazed the world with their steadfastness and sincere positions with Palestine and Gaza,” he said.
He lauded their efforts in establishing an “effective front” against the enemy, contrasting their actions with the “idle and submissive” stance of larger Arab and Islamic regimes.
Abu Obeidah also acknowledged the global grassroots efforts to support Gaza, particularly the Freedom Flotillas.
He expressed pride in initiatives like the Madleen vessel, which carried prominent figures such as Greta Thunberg, noting that these efforts—whether successful or impeded by the Zionist regime—symbolize the world’s growing awareness of Gaza’s suffering.
“The people of Gaza feel that the common people of the world are doing all they can to ensure the blockade is lifted,” he said, offering a glimmer of hope amid the despair.
A Spiritual Call to Arms
Drawing on Islamic history and theology, Abu Obeidah framed the Palestinian struggle as a continuation of the trials faced by revered prophets.
He likened the people of Gaza to the brethren of Musa (Moses, peace be upon him), who confronted a formidable enemy with faith, declaring, “Indeed, my Lord is with me; He will guide me.”
He compared them to Yusuf (Joseph, peace be upon him), betrayed by his brothers and cast into a well, and to the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him), who endured starvation during the siege of Shi’b Abi Talib.
These comparisons underscored the resilience and spiritual strength of Gaza’s people, who, in Abu Obeidah’s words, rely solely on Allah: “Sufficient for us is God, for He is the best disposer of affairs.”
A Global Wake-Up Call
Abu Obeidah’s speech was not only a message to the Islamic world but a global wake-up call.
His frail appearance and pained voice conveyed the dire humanitarian crisis in Gaza, where starvation, displacement, and relentless violence have become daily realities.
Yet, his message was one of defiance and hope, emphasizing that Gaza’s resistance remains unbroken despite the odds.
“Our fulfillment of the divine duty to resist and fight the enemy does not absolve the two-billion-strong nation of its own responsibility, a duty it has regrettably abandoned,” he said, urging collective action to end the genocide and blockade.
The speech left a profound impact, stirring feelings of shame and sorrow among those who heard it.
“Today’s speech inflicts profound sadness in the hearts of the believers. We bow our heads in shame,” one observer noted, echoing the sentiment of many who feel the weight of Gaza’s suffering and the Ummah’s inaction.
A Prayer for Strength and Victory
As Abu Obeidah concluded his address, he invoked a prayer for Gaza’s people and fighters: “May Allah give strength, courage, and victory to the people and mujahideen of Gaza!” His words serve as both a rallying cry and a reminder of the moral imperative to stand with Palestine in its hour of need.
This historic address by Abu Obeidah is a clarion call for justice, a rebuke to silence, and a testament to the unbreakable spirit of Gaza.
As the world watches, the question remains: will the leaders and people of the Arab and Islamic nations rise to meet their responsibility, or will Gaza’s cry continue to echo unanswered?
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