Hamas Seeks New Leader as Pressure Mounts
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International pressure is forcing Hamas to plan for a future without its top commander in Gaza.
The group is now searching for a potential successor to Yahya Sinwar. He is the mastermind of the October 7 attack on Israel.
This move comes as two of Hamas's key allies, Turkey and Qatar, increase their pressure on the Islamist movement. The United States is also demanding that Hamas lay down its weapons.
The search for new leadership signals a critical moment for Hamas. It faces intense military, political, and diplomatic strain.