Hamas official slams Bahrain's welcome of new Israeli ambassador

Hamas senior official Basem Naim condemned Bahrain for credentialing a new Israeli ambassador in Manama. Naim argued this action goes against a recent Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) decision by nearly 60 Muslim-majority nations to isolate Israel. He contrasted Bahrain's warm welcome with other countries that are expelling Israeli diplomats or downgrading representation over the conflict in Gaza. The official stated this move ignores the OIC's call for collective action and Israel's explicit threats to Arab national security.