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Jun 2025
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The Hamas-ceasefire 'collapse' blame cyc...

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Throughout the various ceasefire negotiations between Israel and Hamas, western news outlets have repeatedly blamed their failure on Hamas. This week, we hear a perspective that rarely features in the coverage - the group's own - on the negotiations and the media narratives that surround them. Contributors:  Tahani Mustafa – Senior Palestine Analyst, Interna ... Show More
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