Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has accused Hamas of causing thousands of unnecessary deaths by fighting in Gaza for longer than was needed. President Abbas said all casualties could have been avoided and blamed Hamas for needlessly extending the war with Israel. His words came as hundreds of Palestinian Islamic militants took part in a rally celebrating the 'victory' over Israel, in Gaza City today. Scroll down for video 'Victory': A Palestinian girl holds a Kalashinkov as Islamist fighters celebrate what they call a 'victory' over Israel following Tuesday's ceasefire Young children were seen brandishing weapons as fighters of Al-Quds brigades, the military wing of the Palestinian Islamist organisation Palestinian Islamic Jihad, marched in the streets.
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Palestinian President accused Hamas of needlessly extending war
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Abbas said 'it was possible for us to avoid all' of the deaths in Gaza
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Israel and Hamas reached truce on Tuesday, both sides declaring victory
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Islamist fighters held a 'victory over Israel rally' in Gaza City today
Indoctrinated: Two young Palestinian boys are seen perched on the shoulders of @placeholder militants, holding weapons in their hands during the victory rally in Gaza City