Khalil al-Hayya

Mideast negotiator Jared Kushner met with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to discuss a U.S.-backed road map for Gaza, following a conversation with Hamas chief Khalil al-Hayya in Egypt. The plan includes disarmament and Israeli withdrawal, but Israel rejected it, stating that Hamas must fully disarm before any pullout can occur. This rejection has led regional powers like Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates to condemn Israel’s actions.

Jared Kushner met with Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu regarding Gaza after the premier rejected a U.S.-backed 15-point road map. The meeting followed Kushner's Sunday conversation with Hamas chief Khalil al-Hayya in Egypt, where disarmament was discussed. Meanwhile, regional powers like Saudi Arabia and the UAE condemned Israel's rejection of peace efforts.

Turkish intelligence chief Ibrahim Kalin met a Hamas delegation led by its new political bureau chief Khalil al-Hayya in Istanbul. The meeting discussed the second phase of the Gaza ceasefire agreement and Israel’s recent attacks on Gaza.

Qatar's foreign minister welcomed Hamas's acceptance of a draft peace deal, expressing hope it will end Palestinian suffering and urging the international community to pressure Israel to comply with the agreement. The Qatari official emphasized the need for global support to achieve security and stability for Palestinians.

Turkey’s foreign minister Hakan Fidan met Khalil al-Hayya, the newly elected head of Hamas's political bureau, and a Palestinian delegation. Hayya discussed Israel’s attacks in Gaza and the West Bank, as well as Netanyahu’s government's settlement expansion and actions in East Jerusalem.

Turkey’s foreign minister Hakan Fidan met with Hamas leader Khalil al-Hayya to discuss Israeli attacks, settlement expansion, and Palestinian reconciliation. Fidan reaffirmed Turkey’s support for Palestinian causes and humanitarian aid to Gaza.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan met Khalil al-Hayya, the newly elected head of Hamas’s political bureau, discussing developments in Gaza and the West Bank. Fidan reaffirmed Turkey’s support for the Palestinians’ 'just cause' and pledged continued humanitarian aid to Gaza and backing for peace efforts.

Khalil al-Hayya, a Hamas negotiator who survived multiple alleged Israeli assassination attempts, has been elected as the group's new political leader. A regional expert stated the election signals Hamas will maintain its existing strategy, prioritizing institutional survival and continuity over political change.

Ahmed Fouad Alkhatib claims Hamas still holds two million hostages. The article discusses Khalil al-Hayya's leadership of Hamas and its strengthened ties with Iran and Hezbollah.

Hamas's new leader Khalil al-Hayya has outlined priorities including stopping bloodshed in Gaza and restoring a dignified life for its people. He also emphasized the importance of the West Bank as a 'responsibility and a trust' and highlighted achieving national unity as a key goal.

Palestinians in Gaza have mixed reactions following the election of Khalil al-Hayya as Hamas leader. The new leadership has sparked varied responses within the region.

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) attacked US military targets in Kuwait, Jordan, and Bahrain, including an Amazon data infrastructure in Bahrain. The US State Department issued a global alert about increased risks to diplomatic facilities, while UK Maritime Trade Operations reported a tanker struck in the Strait of Hormuz. Hamas elected Khalil al-Hayya as its new political bureau head, and the UN expressed concerns over Houthi threats to impose a maritime embargo on Saudi Arabia.

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi congratulated Khalil al-Hayya on his appointment as the new head of Hamas' political bureau. Araghchi expressed Iran's ongoing support for the Palestinian people's struggle against the 'Zionist regime'.

Hamas has elected Khalil al-Hayya as the new head of its political bureau. The group describes Gaza as facing Israel’s genocide.

Khalil al-Hayya was elected as the new head of Hamas' political bureau with 35 votes, defeating Khaled Meshaal. He replaces Yahya Sinwar, who was killed by Israeli forces in 2024, and succeeds an interim council. Israel attempted to assassinate Hayya in September 2025, drawing international condemnation.

Khalil al-Hayya, a veteran Hamas leader, spearheaded ceasefire negotiations with Israel to halt the Gaza war and was elected by a majority to lead Hamas. A senior Hamas official stated he will formally assume the role next week.

Hamas has elected Khalil al-Hayya as its new leader. Al-Hayya, a Gaza-born and Doha-based negotiator who survived an Israeli assassination attempt last year, defeated ex-leader Khaled Mashaal.

Khalil Al-Hayya, a senior Hamas official who survived an Israeli raid on Qatar in September last year, was named the new leader of the Palestinian militant group. He has lost three sons in Gaza and previous conflicts and maintains strong ties with Iran.

Hamas announced the election of Khalil al-Hayya as its new political bureau head, succeeding Yahya al-Sinwar. Hayya, a veteran Hamas member and lead negotiator in ceasefire talks with Israel, survived an assassination attempt in Doha and defeated Khaled Meshaal in the leadership contest. Hamas stated the leadership council will dissolve, and Hayya is expected to assume the role next week.

Hamas has appointed Khalil al-Hayya as its new leader, replacing Yahya Sinwar, who was killed in combat by Israeli forces in October 2024. Hayya, a senior Hamas figure, has been involved in negotiations and survived an Israeli assassination attempt in Doha in September 2023.

Hamas has named Khalil Al-Hayya as its new leader, replacing Yahya Sinwar who was killed in combat with Israeli forces in 2024. Al-Hayya succeeds Sinwar and Ismail Haniyeh, who was killed in Iran in July 2024.

Hamas leader in Gaza Khalil al-Hayya has adopted a stricter position on disarmament following discussions with Trump administration official Aryeh Lightstone, according to Kan News citing Israeli sources. The talks reportedly resulted in Hamas reinforcing its stance.

A Hamas delegation led by Khalil al-Hayya has arrived in Cairo to discuss implementing the first phase of a US-brokered Gaza ceasefire agreement. The talks aim to finalize measures to halt Israeli attacks on Gaza and transition to the second phase, which includes demilitarization, governance, and reconstruction.

An Israeli attack on Gaza City has resulted in one fatality and wounded Azzam, son of Khalil al-Hayya. The attack occurred in Gaza, with Khalil al-Hayya stating his son was seriously wounded. This incident involves the Israeli military and Hamas.