[Jerusalem Post] Yaakov Katz - Iran's influence over Hamas has increased in recent months and Tehran is playing a key role in the terror group's decision-making process regarding whether to extend the cease-fire with Israel that will expire on Friday, Israeli defense officials said Monday. According to the officials, Egypt - which for years was the main address for dealings with Hamas - has lost its authority over the terror group and is being replaced in part by Iran. The Gaza issue has been a source of contention between Tehran and Cairo in recent weeks.
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