Russia goes to bat for unrepentant Hamas gov't

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Source: Associated Press
February 27, 2007

Russia announced on Tuesday that it would work to bring an end to international economic sanctions against the Hamas-led Palestinian Authority for its refusal to recognize Israel's right to exist.

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said his government is pleased with the new power-sharing agreement between Hamas and PLO chief Mahmoud Abbas' Fatah, even if the new unity government fails to oppose the murder of Jews or destruction of Israel.

The US and much of Europe remain firm in their position that Hamas must "moderate" its views on Israel if it wants their money, but with Russia and France already jumping ship, that resolve is expected to crumble shortly.

Meanwhile, Israeli officials noted the hypocrisy of world leaders insisting that the "Palestinians" comply with their conditions for peace, and then affording legitimacy to Hamas while it is still refusing to do so.

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