Hamas is looking for eight people identified by Russia as possible hostages in Gaza and is ready to release them, Hamas Politburo member Abu Marzouk said today during a visit to Moscow.
RIA quoted Marzuk as saying that the Russian Foreign Ministry submitted a list of eight names, all of whom have dual citizenship.
“We are very cautious about this list and we will treat it carefully because we see Russia as our closest friend,” Marzuk said.
“Now we are looking for these people. It is difficult, but we are looking for them. And as soon as we find them, we will release them, despite the difficulties due to the current situation,” he said.
Russia on Friday defended its decision to invite a Hamas delegation to Moscow against sharp Israeli criticism, saying it was necessary to maintain contacts with all parties to the conflict, Klix.ba reports.
