From Der Spiegel
Mousa Mohammed Abu Marzoo is second in command of the political Hamas leadership in Syrian exile. In an interview, he tells SPIEGEL ONLINE that the agreement with Fatah on the foundation of a Palestinian state does not mean that his organization will recognize Israel. Hamas, he say, will remain committed to violence against its occupier.SPIEGEL ONLINE: Israel has accused the political office of Hamas of organizing the abduction of Israeli soldier Gilad Shalit. Was this kidnapping ordered by Damascus?
Abu Marzook: No, that is not true. Israel has often falsely accused us in similar instances. It is not our task to make such decisions: They are made by the military wing. The military and political wings work independently of each other.
Hey, HAMAS is going to get in there with Lewis Black ! Very funny stuff ! Head for the Improv, Marzook.
SPIEGEL ONLINE: That means that the political leaders are not consulted prior to an action?Abu Marzook: We are no experts here on military issues. We never know in advance about military actions, when or how they take place.
SPIEGEL ONLINE: That would indicate that there is no coordination between the wings of Hamas.
Yes, separate area codes. SURE.
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