Who can replace Ismail Haniya?

After Ismail Haniya, head of the political bureau of Hamas, was killed in the Iranian capital, Tehran, questions arose as to who will take the leadership of the movement in his place. Experts mention the candidacy of three people.

After Ismail Haniya, head of the political bureau of Hamas, was killed in the Iranian capital, Tehran, questions arose as to who will take the leadership of the movement in his place. Ironically, Ismail Haniyeh was one of the most moderate Hamas leaders, while other candidates may be more hard-line on Israel, especially after what they've done.

Haniya sincerely wanted a ceasefire and an exchange of prisoners. It was also felt in his speeches. But he can be replaced by someone tougher who decides to take a different path.

Currently, among the candidates for the position of the head of Hamas are the following persons:

Yahya Sinwar is currently the leader of Hamas in Gaza. Far from moderate, sharp, harsh and uncompromising.

Khalid Mashal is the former head of the Hamas political bureau that ruled before Ismail Haniya. He also has strong views on negotiations and agreements with the Zionists, but is more moderate than Sinwar.

Mahmoud al-Zahar is an uncompromising but wise politician who is best known as one of the founders of Hamas and served as foreign minister in the Hamas government.

One of these worthy people could be the next head of the Hamas politburo. In general, it doesn't matter who they are, because they all carry on the work of the martyred leaders of the past and continue the flawless struggle for the freedom of the holy land.