The History of Hamas’s Leadership, Explained

Explore the evolution of Hamas’s leadership—from its founding by Sheikh Ahmed Yassin in 1987, through successive political figures like Khaled Mashal and Ismail Haniyeh, to present-day commanders. Dive into how Israeli assassinations have shaped the group’s resilience, and discover the current leadership structure following the deaths of Haniyeh and Yahya Sinwar, including the rise of Izz al‑Din al‑Haddad as top local commander.