Khaled Mashaal

In first message from new spokesperson, Hamas admits death of Abu Obeida, Mohammed Sinwar

The new terror spokesperson also confirmed the deaths of Hakham Muhammad Issa al-Issa, Muhammed Shabana, and Ra'ad Sa'ad. The IDF killed all the terror leaders within the past year.

The new Hamas spokesperson in front of an ilustrative image of former Hamas spokesperson Abu Obeida's coffin.
(L-R:) Senior Hamas officials Khaled Mashaal and Khalil al-Hayya

Hamas set to elect new terror leader with Khalil al-Hayya, Khaled Mashaal in pole position - report

A pro-Palestinian protester flies a "Free Palestine" flag an the Auraria Campus in Denver, Colodaro, May 14, 2024; illustrative.

Majority of young American adults 'active in Hamas resistance,' Khaled Mashaal claims

Hamas leader Khaled Mashaal addresses an Istanbul conference, December 6, 2025.

Hamas's Khaled Mashaal: We will not disarm, give up control in Gaza, or accept int'l oversight


Mashaal says Hamas not behind TA terror attack

In CNN interview, Hamas leader blames Netanyahu for bringing about bus bomb "with his crimes, in killing the kids of Gaza..."

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Mashaal: Gazans to respect truce if Israel does

Hamas leader says cease-fire document stipulates the opening of all Gaza crossings.

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Clinton to arrive in Israel, push for Gaza ceasefire

US secretary of state to discourage military escalation; UN Sec.-Gen. Ban in Cairo calls for immediate ceasefire ahead of arrival in Israel; German FM meets Peres, says Hamas rockets must stop.

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Inner cabinet meets to talk possible Gaza truce

Hamas leader Khaled Mashaal says Israel must initiate cease-fire; US President Barack Obama speaks with Egypt's Morsi and PM Netanyahu on how to move forward; UN's Ban arrives in Cairo.

Prime Minister Biyamin Netanyahu at cabinet meeting 370 (R)

'Israel halted Gaza invasion to give talks more time'

Hamas's Mashaal says Israel must initiate cease-fire.

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'Hamas official confirms: Mashaal to step down'

Salah Bardawil tells Palestinian news agency Ma'an that Mashaal will remain in Hamas but won't run for re-election.

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Hamas chief allegedly preparing to step down

Mashaal reportedly tired of policy challenges, tells meeting of senior Hamas officials in Cairo they must "pick another leader."

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PA President Abbas angry over Haniyeh's Cairo visit

Mahmoud Abbas summons Egyptian envoy to protest visit, says Egyptians making big mistake dealing with Hamas prime minister.

Haniyeh waves to supporters after Friday speech in Cairo 390

'Abbas, Mashaal are planning to meet in Cairo'

Ma'an reports: Fatah, Hamas leaders are making preparations to meet with Egyptian president to work on Palestinian reconciliation.

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Mashaal meets Egypt's Mursi, hails 'new era'

In first visit to Cairo since election of Muslim Brotherhood candidate, Hamas leader discusses Gaza gas, petroleum supply.

Khaled Mashaal meets Muhamed Mursi in Egypt