Reports that the Palestinian militant organization Hamas had relocated its political office from Qatar to Turkey were denied by a Turkish diplomatic source on Monday, who also noted that Hamas members extremely infrequently traveled to the nation.
Doha claimed to have warned Israel and Hamas last week that it would put a halt to attempts to negotiate a truce in Gaza and an agreement for the release of hostages until they demonstrate their commitment and willingness. Additionally, it denied that media reports claiming it had ordered Hamas to leave the nation were true.
NATO member Turkey, which does not view Hamas as a terrorist organization, has harshly criticized Israel for its offensives in Gaza and Lebanon. A few political leaders from Hamas frequently travel to Turkey.
