Hamas: No Egyptian proof of Gaza involvement in Sinai crime

Hamas said that it has not been proven that any Palestinian from Gaza was involved in the killing of 16 Egyptian soldiers in the Sinai.

The movement, in a press statement on Sunday, charged the media with increasing tensions and worsening relations with Egypt through spreading rumors and allegations without verification.

The statement appreciated the wise Egyptian position in dealing with the incident and in not aggravating the crisis.

The tunnels are the feasible means to ease the Israeli siege on children and sick people of Gaza Strip, the statement said, adding that opening the Rafah crossing for people and goods movement is an official and civilized alternative for the tunnels.