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Moscow Calls for Release of Russians Held Hostage in Gaza

“We reiterate our call for the immediate and unconditional release of all civilians in the hands of Palestinian groups,” the Foreign Ministry said...

Israeli PM’s Military Secretary Visits Moscow to Discuss Hamas Hostages

Roman Gofman talked with Russian officials about the fate of Alexander Lobanov, a dual Russian-Israeli who was found dead over the weekend.

Russia Condemns Killing of Hamas Leader Haniyeh

The Russian Foreign Ministry urged “all parties involved to exercise restraint and abandon steps that could lead to” a wider regional conflict.

opinion Alexandra Lisogor

Russian Liberal Media Isn’t Telling the Full Story About Gaza

By not framing the war within its larger historical context, many publications are failing in their duty to inform and educate their audiences.

3 Russian Nationals Remain in Hamas Captivity, Israeli Ambassador Says

“Three people with dual citizenship, including Russian... are not on the death lists,” Israel's Ambassador to Russia Simona Halperin said.

opinion Nikita Smagin

The Gaza War Has Convinced Russia It Was Right All Along

Moscow’s hopes that the West will eventually tire of providing open-ended support for Kyiv have never looked so justified.

Russia Says 'Grateful' to Hamas for Gaza Hostage Release

The Foreign Ministry's statement came a day after Hamas released two Russian citizens in what it said was a move "in appreciation" of President Vladimir...

Russia Calls for 'Collective Action' to End Hamas-Israel War

The Foreign Ministry said that Moscow was in favor of a "multilateral approach" in regulating the conflict.

opinion Milàn Czerny and Dan Storyev

Why Russia and Hamas Are Growing Closer

Moscow’s relationship with Hamas is part of a strategy to boost its standing in the Global South by building ties with both Israel and its enemies.

Hamas Working to Free 8 Russian-Israeli Hostages – Reports

Russia, which has good relations with Hamas, has begun a diplomatic effort to try to free hostages held in Gaza.

Hamas Delegates Arrive in Moscow for Talks – Foreign Ministry

The Foreign Ministry confirmed that delegates from the militant group were visiting Moscow but did not provide further details.

Russia Refuses to Designate Hamas a Terrorist Group – Mozhem Obyasnit

Authorities said that labeling Hamas as a terrorist group is possible “only when a court verdict confirming unlawful acts comes into force.”

Kremlin Says No Success in Freeing Russian Hostages From Hamas

The Kremlin said it would continue working with "all sides" involved in the conflict in Israel as it seeks to secure the release of Russian citizens. ...

Telegram Messaging App Restricts Access to Hamas Channels

Android users were notified that they are no longer able to access the channels of Hamas and its military wing, according to Russian state media reports...

opinion Kirill Buketov

Russian Propagandists Are Dancing on the Bones of Israel-Hamas Victims

Russian TV is spreading fake news to promote the idea Russia and China will build a new world on Washington’s ruined reputation.

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