Event Brief
Hamas Tried to Influence Abbas for Netanyahu's Re-election
Filed: Feb 20, 2026 at 12:03 AM ET
Summary: Hamas allegedly sought Mansour Abbas's help to ensure Netanyahu's re-election in 2021, fearing a new government would escalate conflict.
WHO: Mansour Abbas, Hamas officials, Benjamin Netanyahu
WHAT: Hamas attempted to influence Abbas to support Netanyahu's government
WHEN: Feb 19, 2026 at 6:17 PM ET
WHERE: Qatar
WHY: To maintain calm and prevent a new government from escalating conflict
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