Marco Rubio denounced Hezbollah and Hamas, while Iran criticized Israel and US-Iran technical discussions were scheduled.
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What happened
Marco Rubio denounced Hezbollah and Hamas, while Iran criticized Israel and US-Iran technical discussions were scheduled.
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What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.Rubio specifically accused Hamas of using civilian shields in the ongoing conflict.1 source
Iran funding of Hezbollah and Hamas continues, alongside Rubio's critique of Iran's economy.1 source
- The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) is backed by Iran, while the Board of Peace conducts talks involving Hamas and Israel.Sub-event
Rubio denounced Hezbollah and Hamas; Iran criticized Israel amid regional instability.1 source
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The entities involved
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Marco Rubio
72nd United States Secretary of State since 2025
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Hamas
Palestinian Islamist political and military organization
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Hezbollah
Iranian-backed Shia Islamist political party and armed organization in Lebanon
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