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Written question asked by Louise Ellman (Labour) on Thursday, 11 February 2016, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 22 February 2016 (named day). It was answered by Tobias Ellwood (Conservative) on Monday, 22 February 2016 on behalf of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office.


Iran: Hamas and Hezbollah

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs, what recent assessment he has made of the extent of funding from Iran for (a) Hezbollah and (b) Hamas; and if he will make a statement.

Answer

We continue to have serious concerns about Iran’s support for Hamas and the military wing of Hezbollah, which reportedly includes the provision of financial resources and training as well as the supply of military equipment. We call on Iran to end such support, which directly undermines the prospects for lasting peace in the region, and to abide by all relevant UN obligations.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
27183
Session
2015-16
Subjects
Finance Iran Hezbollah Hamas
Contains statistics
Yes
Link
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