Hamas held the Israeli occupation responsible for the consequences of its provocations and attacks in Al-Masjid Al-Aqsa and Al-Quds. It mentioned that it sent messages through the mediators to stop their practices. 

Taher Al-Nouno, a leader in Hamas, said that “the Israeli occupation is responsible for this risky escalation which affects the feelings of the Palestinians and Muslims all over the world.” He also noted that Hamas sent clear messages to the mediators that the occupation has not to repeat its previous mistakes and to realize the consequences of those practices.