Pezeshkian Reaffirms Iran’s Support for Palestine in Call with Hamas Leader al-Hayya

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian. (Photo: via Al Mayadeen)

By Palestine Chronicle Staff  

Hamas leader Khalil al-Hayya and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian discussed Gaza negotiations while reaffirming support for Palestine and regional coordination.

Key Developments

  • Khalil al-Hayya briefed Masoud Pezeshkian on the latest Gaza negotiations and political developments.
  • Pezeshkian reaffirmed Iran’s continued support for the Palestinian cause despite ongoing attacks on Iran.
  • Both sides stressed unity, coordination, and support for the Palestinian people’s legitimate rights.

Al-Hayya Briefs Pezeshkian on Gaza Negotiations

Hamas Political Bureau chief Khalil al-Hayya discussed the latest political developments surrounding negotiations with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian during a phone call on Monday, as both leaders reaffirmed support for the Palestinian cause and stressed the importance of regional coordination.

During the call, al-Hayya reviewed the latest developments in the negotiations file, as well as the broader political and military situation in the Gaza Strip, the occupied West Bank, and occupied Jerusalem.

He reaffirmed the Palestinian people’s commitment to their full national rights and to pursuing them through “all legitimate means and avenues.”

Al-Hayya also expressed appreciation for Iran’s continued support for the Palestinian people and thanked Tehran for its longstanding positions in backing the Palestinian cause.

He further expressed hope that the aggression against the Islamic Republic would end and that security and stability would be restored across the region.

Netanyahu Digs in: No Ceasefire, No Withdrawal from Gaza

Pezeshkian Reaffirms Iran’s Support

For his part, President Pezeshkian emphasized the importance of unity and coordination among the peoples of the region, particularly regarding Palestine.

He reiterated the Islamic Republic’s continued support for the Palestinian people, their legitimate rights, and their just cause.

“We are with you, and supportive of you in all the measures you take, despite the attacks we are facing,” Pezeshkian said.

The Iranian president also congratulated al-Hayya on his election as head of Hamas’ Political Bureau, saying he appreciated the continued direct communication between the two sides.

Tribute to Martyrs and Continued Coordination

During the conversation, al-Hayya recalled those killed since the beginning of Operation Al-Aqsa Flood across the various fronts of the conflict, describing their sacrifices as part of the path toward the liberation of Palestine and Al-Aqsa Mosque.

Al-Hayya Sets Hamas Priorities, Demands End to Gaza Genocide in First Address

Pezeshkian also paid tribute to former Hamas Political Bureau chief Ismail Haniyeh, whose martyrdom anniversary was recently commemorated.

The two leaders concluded the call by reaffirming continued coordination and emphasizing the centrality of the Palestinian cause amid ongoing regional developments.

(PC, Al Mayadeen)