# Hamas: Palestine to decide on collecting and storing weapons

https://mins.news/en/item/11759

- TASS, 2026-08-01 12:58 UTC
- World
- Original: https://tass.com/world/2167981

> Hamas says Palestine will make decisions about collecting and storing weapons. Khaled Qaddoumi, the movement’s representative in Iran, said Hamas’ position on heavy weapons reflects a pan-Palestinian consensus. He stressed that the stance is not limited to Hamas’ own viewpoint. The statement presents the issue as one requiring a broader Palestinian decision.

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