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Hamas leadership run-off expected between Meshaal and al-Hayya

A leadership contest is expected to decide who will head Hamas's political bureau after wartime losses reshaped its senior ranks.

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Al Jazeera English
Published
July 16, 2026
Updated
July 19, 2026
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Hamas leadership run-off expected between Meshaal and al-Hayya
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Al Jazeera reported that Hamas's internal vote had narrowed to a run-off between Khaled Meshaal and Khalil al-Hayya. The process is taking place as the movement manages leadership losses and ongoing ceasefire negotiations.

Source: Al Jazeera English. Original reporting: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/7/16/hamas-leadership-run-off-expected-between-meshaal-and-al-hayya

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