Hamas appointed Yahya Sinwar as its overall leader on 6/8/2024, following the assassination of Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran.
Hamas’ move is said to have surprised Qatari Emir Tamim, as his country is leading mediation efforts on the Israeli captives and a ceasefire in Gaza.
The following In-Depth report highlights Emir Tamim’s reaction to Sinwar’s appointment, along with:
- Emir Tamim’s options in dealing with the new Hamas leadership
- Doha’s next move regarding its mediation efforts, and U.S. influence
- Hamas’ status in Doha and its efforts to get its officials protected against assassination
