Gaza City, Palestinian Territories, April 8, 2026 (AFP) - Hamas says Iran truce 'significant step' in 'diminishing American hegemony'

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2026-04-08

A senior Hamas official on Wednesday hailed 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," said Bassem Naim, a Hamas political bureau member, referring to Israel.......

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