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Hamas says Iran truce is ‘significant step’ in ‘diminishing American hegemony’
Add ToI as a Preferred Source on GoogleA senior Hamas official hails the ceasefire that halted the joint US-Israel military campaign against Iran, calling it a “significant step” in curbing American hegemony in the Middle East.
“The ceasefire… is undoubtedly a significant step toward diminishing American hegemony in the region and paves the way for the imminent demise of the illegitimate entity,” says Bassem Naim, a Hamas political bureau member, referring to Israel.
“The will of the free peoples, ready to pay the price for freedom and independence, has triumphed. Congratulations to the people and leadership of Iran, and our condolences to all the martyrs,” he says in a statement.
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