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Hamas's choice of new leader is an act of retribution - which makes hostage deals harder

Sky News Wednesday, 7 August 2024
Hamas's choice of new leader is an act of retribution  - which makes hostage deals harderAfter two days of deliberations in Doha, Hamas announced the appointment of Yahya Sinwar as their new leader on Tuesday night.
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News video: ‘The Fighting Leader’ Declared: Abu Obeida Swears Loyalty to Yahya Sinwar in Hamas Power Shift

‘The Fighting Leader’ Declared: Abu Obeida Swears Loyalty to Yahya Sinwar in Hamas Power Shift 03:49

In a significant development within the Palestinian Resistance Movement, Hamas, Yahya Sinwar has been appointed as the new leader following the assassination of Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran on July 31. The announcement was made after days of deliberation by the Hamas shura council, which unanimously...

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