Hamas’s new leader must bridge a movement divided over Iran
After a one-vote victory, Khalil al-Hayya must reconcile rival currents while preserving Hamas’s independence.
![The new leader of Hamas, Khalil al-Hayya [Mohamed El Shahed/AFP]](/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/AFP__20171122__UI78E__v1__HighRes__EgyptPalestinianConflictPolitics-1784547747.jpg?resize=770%2C513&quality=80)
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Administration without sovereignty will not free Palestine
The end of Hamas governance in Gaza may change who administers it, but not who holds power over Palestinian life.
Palestinian legislative elections set for November 28
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas announces first legislative elections in 20 years.
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Timeline: 20 years of Hamas rule in Gaza, from election to political exit
A chronological look at key milestones from Hamas’s 2006 election victory to its 2026 exit from governing Gaza.
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What is the new Gaza administration as Hamas dissolves government?
The NCAG will oversee civilian affairs such as health and education, as well as security.
Hamas announces dissolution of Gaza governing body
A Palestinian technocratic committee will take its place to manage the enclave’s day-to-day governance.
Secretive Gaza meetings in Cyprus as plan to isolate Hamas gathers pace
Board of Peace talks on Gaza’s post-war future face funding crises and warnings of a colonial occupation.
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Demand for tunnel maps and personal weapons tests Gaza talks
Gaza talks remain active, but stall as the US envoy demands the handover of tunnel maps and family arms.
From: NewsFeed
Oxford Union’s first Palestinian president faces down smear campaign
Arwa Elrayess, the Oxford Union president, says that British media falsely accused her of justifying the Oct 7 attacks.
Published On 15 Jun 2026
From: NewsFeed
Israeli attack on Gaza City tent camp kills several Palestinians
Israeli attack on Gaza City tent camp kills several Palestinians.
Published On 6 Jun 2026
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Hamas says won’t surrender arms, offers ‘no visible weapons’ in Gaza
Hamas official Husam Badran, in an exclusive interview, lays out what the group is ready to do ahead of Cairo talks.
