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Tuesday, 21 July 2026
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Hamas Names Ceasefire Negotiator as New Political Chief

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Hamas has elected Khalil al-Hayya as the new head of its political bureau, succeeding Yahya al-Sinwar, according to the group's announcement on Monday.

Khalil al-Hayya, who served as the lead negotiator in ceasefire talks with Israel, has been at the heart of negotiations throughout the war, a Hamas statement said.

Hamas announces the election of Khalil al-Hayya as head of the movement’s political bureau.
— Hamas statement

Yahya al-Sinwar is referred to as a martyred leader in the announcement.

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Sources

  1. South China Morning Post — Hamas’ lead negotiator in ceasefire talks elected as group’s new chief (opens in a new window)
  2. independent.co.uk — Hamas names top negotiator Khalil Al-Hayya as new leader, succeeding Yahya Sinwar (opens in a new window)
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