Albanese Cautions Against Hamas ‘Propaganda' After Alleged Praise From the Terror Group
In response, the terrorist group welcomed the Albanese government's decision. However, Hamas have now said that its co-founder, Hassan Yousef, who is in prison, could not have made the statement.
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- Boston Globe
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