Event Brief
Hamas names Khalil al-Hayya as new leader
Filed: Jul 20, 2026 at 8:09 AM ET
Summary: Hamas announced Khalil al-Hayya as its new leader, replacing Yahya Sinwar.
WHO: Hamas
WHAT: Named Khalil al-Hayya as its new leader
WHEN: Jul 20, 2026 at 7:58 AM ET
WHERE: Location not specified
WHY: The previous leader, Yahya Sinwar, was killed in battle by Israeli forces in October 2024.
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