Qassem: Hamas delegation to visit Syria Wednesday

The Hamas officials visiting Syria, led by politburo member Khalil al-Hayya, will be part of a high-level delegation of officials from the Palestinian factions, Qasem pointed out in a press statement issued Tuesday.

Last month, Hamas leadership announced it was restoring ties with the Syrian government.

In an official statement condemning the repeated Israeli bombing of various areas in Syria, Hamas said they appreciated "the Syrian leadership and people for supporting the Palestinian people and their just cause".

"Hamas confirms that it goes ahead with its decision to restore ties with the Syrian Arab Republic to serve the interest of the Arab and Islamic Ummah, above all the Palestinian cause, especially in light of the escalating regional and international developments concerning the Palestinian cause," said the statement.

"We look forward to the day when Syria restores its leading position in the Arab and Islamic Ummah. Hamas supports all sincere efforts aimed to achieve peace, stability, and prosperity in Syria.”