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Hamas Set to Elect New Leader Amid Power Shift

12/27/2025

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Hamas Leadership Election

Hamas is preparing to elect a new leader.
Khalil al-Hayya (Hamas leader) and Khaled Mashaal are the top candidates.
Asharq reports that Khalil al-Hayya is favored due to his popularity in the Gaza Strip and his active role in Hamas operations in the West Bank.
The election reflects ongoing leadership dynamics within the organization.

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Hamas Leadership Transition

Hamas, the Palestinian militant group, plans to appoint a new head of its political bureau and dissolve the leadership council.
The leadership council formed after Sinwar's death in October 2024, signaling a strategic shift.
Sources from the Saudi newspaper Asharq indicate the decision reflects a shift in Hamas's leadership strategy.
The upcoming election will be crucial in shaping Hamas's future direction amid ongoing internal dynamics.

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Hamas Leadership Election

Hamas is preparing to elect a new leader.
Khalil al-Hayya (Hamas leader) and Khaled Mashaal are the top candidates.
Asharq reports that Khalil al-Hayya is favored due to his popularity in the Gaza Strip and his active role in Hamas operations in the West Bank.
The election reflects ongoing leadership dynamics within the organization.

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