Hamas Seeks Release of Eight Russian-Israeli Hostages at Moscow's Request

Hamas is actively searching for eight individuals identified by Russia as potential hostages in Gaza, and is prepared to release them. The Russian foreign ministry provided Hamas with a list of the eight names, all of whom hold dual citizenship. Despite the challenges posed by the current situation, Hamas views Russia as a close friend and is committed to locating and freeing the hostages. This development comes after Russia defended its decision to invite a Hamas delegation to Moscow, stating the importance of maintaining contacts with all parties involved in the conflict.