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Hamas Appoints Khalil al-Hayya as New Political Bureau Chief Amid Gaza Crisis

Jul 20, 2026 10:48 AM CT Gaza Strip Hamas,leadership change,Gaza,political bureau,negotiations

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Hamas has elected veteran negotiator Khalil al-Hayya as the new head of its political bureau. This leadership change occurs during an ongoing humanitarian and military crisis in Gaza, potentially influencing future ceasefire negotiations and internal factional dynamics within the group.

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Khalil al-Hayya: Who is the political veteran chosen to steer Hamas forward Hamas has elected Khalil al-Hayya as the new head of its political bureau, placing one of the movement’s most experienced negotiators at the centre of its leadership during a period where Gaza is still facing Is...

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