Fidan meets new Hamas political bureau chief
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan met with newly appointed Hamas political bureau chief Khalil al-Hayya and his delegation on July 29, according to diplomatic sources.
Fidan congratulated al-Hayya on his appointment during the meeting, Turkish Foreign Ministry sources told local media.
Al-Hayya briefed Fidan on the situation in Gaza and the occupied West Bank, saying the Israeli government led by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has intensified what he described as illegal settlement activities and attacks on holy sites in Jerusalem.
He also said Hamas continues to take a constructive approach to peace negotiations and provided an update on efforts toward Palestinian reconciliation.
