Seven months after ceasefire with Israel, Hamas is at a crossroads. Its next leader could define Gaza’s future
- Posted on May 17, 2026
- By The Independent
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Seven months after ceasefire with Israel, Hamas is at a crossroads. Its next leader could define Gaza’s future
The militant group has been without a permanent political leader since the death of Yahya Sinwar in 2024. With the next phase of a US-brokered ceasefire in Israel looking more precarious, experts tell Alex Croft that the impact of their vote will be felt across the region
