TEHRAN – In a phone conversation with Khalil al-Hayya, the deputy Political Bureau chief of Hamas, Iran's foreign minister Abbas Araqchi praised the resilience of the Palestinian people in the face of the Israeli regime's genocidal war.

Araqchi commended the Palestinians for their steadfastness over the past eleven months, expressing confidence that “final victory” will belong to them.

During the phone call on Wednesday, Araqchi emphasized that Iran’s current administration remains committed to continuing the longstanding policy of supporting the Palestinian cause.

He reassured al-Hayya that the Islamic Republic would stand by the Palestinian people "until the end." Araqchi also reiterated Iran’s support for any agreement that leads to a ceasefire and the cessation of hostilities in Gaza, provided it has the approval of the Palestinian people and their resistance groups.

Al-Hayya expressed his gratitude for Iran's unwavering support, highlighting the efforts of Iran's late foreign minister, Hossein Amir Abdollahian, in backing the Palestinian resistance. He conveyed the Palestinian people's appreciation for the Islamic Republic's enduring commitment to their struggle against what he described as Zionist crimes.

The discussion between the two officials comes amid the ongoing conflict in Gaza, which erupted in October following a retaliatory operation by Gaza's Resistance groups. The Israeli military’s response has been devastating, resulting in the deaths of at least 40,534 Palestinians, primarily women and children, and injuring over 93,778 more.

In July, Hamas had proposed a truce deal that included the withdrawal of Israeli forces, the return of displaced Palestinians, the lifting of the siege on Gaza, and the start of reconstruction efforts. However, the Israeli regime rejected this proposal and introduced new conditions, including maintaining a military presence along Gaza's border with Egypt.

After 10 months of war, 90 percent of Gaza’s population has been forced out of their homes with most having to relocate multiple times. They face a lack of safety, sanitation and adequate food with some even forced to shelter in cemeteries.

The conversation also included congratulations from al-Hayya to Araqchi on his recent appointment as Foreign Minister, a role previously held by Amir Abdollahian. Araqchi expressed his gratitude for the warm wishes, reaffirming Iran's continued dedication to the Palestinian cause.