Kremlin takes credit, expresses gratitude to Hamas for Russian-Israeli hostage's release

Russian officials chose to specifically thank Hamas and the Kremlin's Arab partners in their statements regarding Troufanov's release, but didn't mention Israel.

Alexander Sasha Troufanov reunites with family after 498 days in Hamas captivity, February 15, 2025.

Alexander Sasha Troufanov reunites with family after 498 days in Hamas captivity, February 15, 2025.

(photo credit: IDF SPOKESPERSON'S UNIT)

ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

FEBRUARY 15, 2025 18:33

Updated: FEBRUARY 15, 2025 21:08