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Hamas Appoints Izz al-Din al-Haddad as New Military Leader

6/3/2025

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Izz al-Din al-Haddad is poised to take the reins from Mohammed Sinwar as the new leader of Hamas's military wing. A seasoned commander of the northern Gaza brigade, al-Haddad has narrowly escaped assassination attempts and plays a crucial role in hostage negotiations. He was instrumental in the October 7 invasion and wields considerable influence, including the power to veto hostage proposals.

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Izz al-Din al-Haddad is poised to take the reins from Mohammed Sinwar as the new leader of Hamas's military wing. A seasoned commander of the northern Gaza brigade, al-Haddad has narrowly escaped assassination attempts and plays a crucial role in hostage negotiations. He was instrumental in the October 7 invasion and wields considerable influence, including the power to veto hostage proposals.