Russia–Hamas relations - Wikipedia
Russia has diplomatic relations with the political wing of Hamas, the Palestinian Islamist organization which rules the Gaza Strip. Russia has not designated Hamas as a terrorist organization, [1] though it has condemned Hamas attacks as "terrorism" and has taken a hard line against Islamist terrorism.
Essential questions about the Russia-Hamas link: The evidence …
Nov 28, 2023 · As the war in Gaza continues to unfold, essential questions about Russian and Iranian support for Hamas remain. They include whether Russia played any role in providing support to Hamas ahead of its Oct. 7 attack on Israel.
Hamas Leaders Arrive in Russia as the Kremlin Attempts to …
Oct 26, 2023 · Hamas leaders arrive in Moscow as the Kremlin attempts to showcase its clout. The meetings with high-ranking members of the group that attacked Israel underscored how Russia is trying to...
How the Hamas-Israel Conflict Benefits Russia - TIME
Oct 30, 2023 · Russia has defended its decision to host Hamas members in Moscow, saying it is important to maintain ties with both sides in the Israel-Hamas conflict. The Russian Foreign Ministry said in a...
Unverified rumours of Russia arming Hamas persist, as war rages …
Nov 14, 2023 · On October 26, Russia played host to Hamas leaders, a defiant move against the West likely aimed at demonstrating its diplomatic clout. Israel decried the meeting in Moscow as “reprehensible”.
What is Russia’s role in the Israel-Gaza crisis? - Brookings
Jan 31, 2024 · Embracing Hamas and repudiating Israel is now tied to placating Russia’s own sizable Muslim population and heading off inter-ethnic and religious violence at home.
Why Russia and Hamas Are Growing Closer
Oct 25, 2023 · While allegations that Russia transferred weapons to Hamas remain unproven, Russia has at the very least facilitated material support for the group: on the eve of the attacks, Hamas received millions of dollars through a Moscow-based crypto exchange.
‘Not pro-Israeli’: Decoding Putin’s muted response to Hamas attacks
Oct 12, 2023 · Analysts say the ongoing conflict between Israelis and Hamas – as well as a bigger war in the region – could benefit Moscow and its allies. “Russia’s response to the terrorist attack speaks...
What Role Does Russia Have To Play In Hamas's Invasion Of …
Oct 9, 2023 · Last March, a Palestinian delegation arrived in Moscow for talks with Russian officials. The delegation was from Hamas, the radical Palestinian group that's been labeled a terrorist...
Hamas’ gift to Vladimir Putin - POLITICO
Oct 10, 2023 · Russia is nowhere near as important as Iran when it comes to Hamas’ arms and financing. Norman Roule, a former senior U.S. intelligence official, argued Moscow’s political support for Hamas emboldened the group to undertake violence, but said any Russian role beyond that was likely to be modest.