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<p>We are aware of media reports from Israel of a range of tactics used by Hamas during
the conflict in Gaza, including the use of psychological warfare, but cannot comment
on specific reports. The UK has proscribed Hamas as a terrorist organisation in part
since 2001 and in whole since 2021. We are clear that Hamas commits terrorist acts.
As the Foreign Secretary has set out, Israel has the right to defend itself against
Hamas and to eliminate the threat posed. Leaving Hamas in power in Gaza would be a
permanent roadblock on the path to a two-state solution. On 13 December 2023, the
Government announced new sanctions on the leaders and financiers of Hamas.</p>
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