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Hamas Appoints Khalil al-Hayya as Head of Political Bureau Amid Ongoing Gaza Conflict
Jul 20, 2026 06:13 PM CT
Gaza Strip
Hamas,leadership change,Gaza,political bureau,negotiations
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Hamas has elected Khalil al-Hayya, a senior negotiator, as the new head of its political bureau. This internal leadership shift occurs while Gaza remains under intense military pressure from Israel, potentially influencing future ceasefire negotiations and the group's strategic direction.
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Watch: Hamas elects Khalil al-Hayya as head of its political bureau 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 as Gaza continues to face what the group describes as Israel’s ...
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Iranian FM Congratulates New Hamas Political Bureau Chief
"The new event is a direct diplomatic response to the appointment of Khalil al-Hayya as Hamas Political Bureau Chief described in event 7. The Iranian FM's congratulatory message is a consequence of this leadership change, reinforcing the alliance."