Who Is Khalil al Hayya, Hamas’s New Leader? Khalil al Hayya, a respected veteran of Hamas, has been elected as the group's new leader.
His ascension marks a significant shift in Hamas's leadership dynamics, with far reaching implications for its relations with regional backers and Israel.
Hayya's election follows months of negotiations between Hamas and Israel, which resulted in a fragile ceasefire agreement aimed at halting the war in Gaza.