Senior Hamas Leader, Lead Negotiator
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Senior Hamas Leader, Lead Negotiator - In Cairo for ceasefire discussions
Hamas has governed Gaza since June 2007. On January 15, 2026, a 15-member committee of Palestinian technocrats—none affiliated with Hamas or the Palestinian Authority—held its first meeting in Cairo. The next day, President Trump announced the Board of Peace's executive membership: himself as chair, alongside Secretary of State Marco Rubio, former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair, his son-in-law Jared Kushner, special envoy Steve Witkoff, and others. By January 17, the arrangement had triggered a rare public dispute with Israel—Netanyahu's office declared the Board's composition "was not coordinated with Israel and is contrary to its policy."
Updated Jan 18
Hamas chief negotiator; senior leader based outside Gaza - Leading Hamas ceasefire messaging; pressing U.S. and mediators to restrain Israel
A senior Hamas commander is killed in a targeted Israeli strike. The next day, thousands pack the streets of Gaza for his funeral, coffins hoisted shoulder-high, flags everywhere, chants loud enough to carry the message: Hamas is still here.
Updated Dec 14, 2025
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