Russia & Hamas
68 shared events · Importance 16 · Last updated May 17, 2026
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International
Russia: Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated that Russia does not intend to attack Europe but will respond decisively to any aggression. Russia is also involved in the ongoing war in Ukraine and has been accused of airspace intrusions by NATO members.
Hamas: Hamas militants conducted a surprise attack in southern Israel, which Sergey Lavrov condemned while also criticizing Israel's response.
Sep 27, 2025 · 6 articles
International
Russia: Russia's armed forces were kept on the United Nations blacklist for a third year due to a sharp increase in grave violations against children in Ukraine.
Hamas: Hamas was kept on the United Nations blacklist for its role in the conflict in Gaza, which was sparked by its October 7, 2023, attack.
Jun 19, 2025 · 7 articles
International
Russia: Russia's relations with China have deepened, and its president, Vladimir Putin, is set to visit Beijing. Russia is also involved in a full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
Hamas: Hamas' military wing leader, Izz al-Din al-Haddad, was killed by an Israeli airstrike. Hamas was responsible for the October 7, 2023, attacks that triggered the war in Gaza.
May 16, 2026 · 7 articles
International
Russia: Russia was targeted by one of Ukraine's largest drone strikes, resulting in at least four deaths.
Hamas: Hamas military wing leader Izz al-Din al-Haddad was killed in an Israeli airstrike.
May 16, 2026 · 21 articles
International
Russia: Russia launched a massive drone and missile attack on Ukraine, causing significant casualties and damage to infrastructure.
Hamas: Hamas's war with Israel is a major factor in the worsening economic crisis in Lebanon and the ongoing humanitarian situation in Gaza.
May 15, 2026 · 7 articles
Domestic
Russia: Russia has relied on Iranian drones in its war on Ukraine but has not provided overt military support to Iran.
Hamas: Hamas, a militant group backed by Iran, has been crushed by Israel in the Gaza Strip, weakening Iran's 'Axis of Resistance'.
Jan 04, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Russia: Russia was banned from Eurovision after its invasion of Ukraine in 2022, a precedent cited by those advocating for Israel's exclusion.
Hamas: Hamas's attack on Israeli citizens on October 7, 2023, sparked the war in Gaza, which is the primary reason for the calls to boycott Israel in Eurovision.
Sep 12, 2025 · 6 articles
International
Russia: Russia is involved in diplomatic efforts, with its top diplomat meeting Chinese President Xi Jinping and speaking to his Iranian counterpart, and has offered to hold Iran's enriched uranium.
Hamas: Hamas is a regional militant group that the United States accused Iran of supporting, leading to US sanctions.
Apr 08, 2026 · 702 articles
International
Russia: Donald Trump has previously used two-week deadlines in negotiations to end Russia's war with Ukraine, a pattern of behavior noted in the current Iran ceasefire.
Hamas: Iran stood by Hamas after the October 7 attack, which ultimately led to the defanging of the Iran-backed group in Gaza.
Apr 07, 2026 · 79 articles
International
Russia: Russia's invasion of Ukraine is a topic Anita Anand plans to raise during her visit, highlighting broader international concerns.
Hamas: Hamas is mentioned as a party in regional peace efforts, which Oman and Qatar are attempting to broker.
May 12, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Russia: Russia is mentioned as an adversary that might become wise to Donald Trump's unpredictable negotiating strategy.
Hamas: Donald Trump set deadlines for a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, but his ultimatums for Hamas to disarm have gone unheeded.
Apr 08, 2026 · 8 articles
International
Russia: Russia's war in Ukraine is noted for its negative impact on the global economy, separate from the main event.
Hamas: Hamas militants in Gaza have been involved in ongoing conflict with Israel, with Israeli airstrikes targeting them near the Yellow Line, despite a previous ceasefire deal.
Apr 11, 2026 · 283 articles
International
Russia: Russia is engaged in an ongoing invasion of Ukraine, launching drone attacks despite a ceasefire attempt.
Hamas: Hamas was involved in a 2023 attack that led to Israeli lawmakers approving a special tribunal with the death penalty for those convicted.
May 12, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Hamas: Hamas is a party to the conflict in Gaza, which is a major topic of discussion between Donald Trump and Keir Starmer, with calls for a ceasefire.
Jul 28, 2025 · 6 articles
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