TEHRAN – Khaled Mashal, the former chairman of the Hamas political bureau, has said that Hamas has deep relations with Iran and Lebanon’s Hezbollah.

“Our relations with Iran have expanded and we are part of the same resistance [movement],” Mashal was quoted as saying by ISNA, citing Moroccan media. “We still need help from all.”

Expressing gratitude for Iran’s support, he said Hamas’ relations with Iran were never cut although it had some ups and downs. 

He also said that Hamas will follow an open policy toward Iran and other countries.

MH/PA