Hamas is currently in the concluding phase of appointing a new leadership following an extensive internal electoral process that took place in the Gaza Strip, the West Bank, and among its members in diaspora. Thousands of officials participated in renewing the Shura Council, an advisory body with over 80 members, mainly clerics, which is reorganized every four years. The council has elected an 18-member political bureau that is now tasked with selecting the head of the organization.

According to a source cited by Agence France-Presse, the election process has entered its final stages, with the announcement of the new president likely expected during Ramadan. Another official mentioned that the political bureau may appoint a transitional leadership lasting one year, with the chief aim of restoring internal cohesion and filling the gaps in the upper ranks of the organization. This new leadership is seen as crucial for the future direction of Hamas, especially in light of ongoing tensions and challenges within Palestinian politics.

The two leading candidates for the position have not been officially disclosed, but the internal election process has spotlighted the significant participation of various factions and perspectives within Hamas. This suggests a potential shift in leadership style or strategic direction as the organization seeks to navigate the complex political landscape in the region while reaffirming its foundational principles of resistance and governance.