Hamas names Gaza leader Yahya Sinwar as chief following Haniyeh killing, statement says

Who is Yahya Sinwar, the new leader of Hamas?

The new leader of the militant group Hamas has a brutal reputation and a deep understanding of Israel. Yahya Sinwar rose through the ranks to become head of a wing charged with eliminating spies for Israel. He spent decades in Israeli jails, where he learned Hebrew and studied Israeli history. He was released in an

Israel vows to kill new Hamas political leader, Yahya Sinwar

As tensions grow in the Middle East, Hamas names Yahya Sinwar as the successor to its political leader, Ismail Haniyeh, who was assassinated in Tehran a week ago.

‘Only One Place for Yahya Sinwar’: Israel Vows to Kill New Hamas Political Leader

Israel vowed to kill Hamas's new political leader, Yahya Sinwar, after his predecessor was assassinated in a suspected Israeli operation last month.

The mind of Yahya Sinwar: What do writings, speeches of new Hamas leader reveal?

There is a fascinating side to Yahya Sinwar that is less spoken about – his intellectual pursuits, his prolific writings and his eloquent oratory, which give a sneak peek into his mind.

Hamas' new political leader Yahya Sinwar is seen as more extreme — and less willing to compromise

Haniyeh's killing has led to a much more hardline leader for Hamas, likely dealing a severe blow to chances of a cease-fire.

What's the future of Hamas under new leader Yahya Sinwar?

Sinwar is regarded as one of the most extreme figures in Hamas and negotiating a ceasefire or hostage release deal with Israel will now be harder than ever.