After a tie in the previous round, Gaza sources report that Khalil al-Hayya defeated Khaled Mashal 13:1 in the vote of Shura Council members in the Gaza Strip. The process is in its final stages, with secret ballots from West Bank and abroad still to be completed. The final result is expected in the coming days, with al-Hayya predicted to win overall.
Khalil al-Hayya has secured a decisive victory in the Gaza vote of Hamas's internal election for the leadership of its political bureau, according to Gaza sources cited by Abu Ali Express. The vote, held among Shura Council members in the Gaza Strip, reportedly ended with a 13:1 margin in favor of al-Hayya over Khaled Mashal. This comes after the first round ended in a tie, necessitating a second round.
The election is now in its final stages, with secret ballots from Shura members in the West Bank and abroad still to be tallied. The final result is expected in the coming days, and sources assess that al-Hayya is likely to win overall.
The outcome is significant for Hamas's future direction. The Zioneer has previously reported that al-Hayya is considered a member of the pro-Iranian camp within the organization, and his leadership could influence Hamas's stance on negotiations with Israel and the US, as well as the issue of disarmament in Gaza. The vote also reflects the ongoing power struggle between the internal Gaza leadership and the external political bureau.
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