Turkish diplomatic sources refutes claims of Hamas political leaders relocating from Qatar to Turkey, following media reports.

A Turkish diplomatic source has dismissed claims that Hamas has moved its political office from Qatar to Turkey. The source confirmed that although Hamas officials visit Turkey, there is no permanent relocation.

Doha said last week it had told Hamas and Israel it will stall efforts to mediate a Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal until they show willingness and seriousness.

Ankara, where many politburo members already live with their families, is a logical landing spot after Doha pulled out of talks, but Turkey risks running afoul of Biden administration The post Hamas officials booted by Qatar last week,

Senior members of Hamas's leadership outside of Gaza have been in Turkey in recent days, Israeli state broadcaster KAN reported on Sunday. This latest report comes after an American source confirmed to the news outlet earlier this month that Qatar had agreed to remove Hamas from its territory.