Hamas Names Iran-Aligned Khalil al-Hayya as New Overall Leader
The group selected al-Hayya through a secret voting process to lead its executive body. He fills the vacancy left by the death of Yahya Sinwar, assuming the role of overall leader for the organization. Al-Hayya is considered closely aligned with Iran and secured the position after an internal election against Khaled Meshaal. Following the announcement, some Palestinians in Gaza reacted by expressing a desire for an end to the conflict. The transition occurs as Hamas seeks to maintain its political structure following the death of Sinwar in Gaza.
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