Archive · 3 Jun 2025
Izz al-Din al-Haddad Expected to Lead Hamas After Sinwar's Death
Following the death of Hamas leader Muhammad Sinwar in an Israeli airstrike, Izz al-Din al-Haddad is expected to become the new leader.
Al-Haddad is a senior commander and a long-time member of Hamas's Military Council.
He has led the Izz al-Din al-Qassam Brigades in Gaza City since 2021 and was involved in the planning of the October 7 attacks.
He is believed to be the last surviving member of the original brigade commanders in Gaza.
Al-Haddad is known for keeping a low profile and has survived multiple assassination attempts.
He reportedly has veto power over hostage release proposals.
Izz al-Din al-Haddad is expected to lead Hamas after the death of Muhammad Sinwar.
Muhammad Sinwar, head of Hamas’s military wing, was killed in an Israeli airstrike on May 13, 2024.
The airstrike took place on the grounds of the European Hospital in Khan Younis.
Al-Haddad was involved in planning the October 7, 2023, attacks and has survived multiple assassination attempts.
Al-Haddad is believed to control hostage release proposals.
- Who
- Izz al-Din al-Haddad, Muhammad Sinwar
- What
- Izz al-Din al-Haddad is expected to lead Hamas.
- When
- Following the death of Muhammad Sinwar on May 13, 2024
- Where
- Gaza, Khan Younis
- Why
- Following the death of Muhammad Sinwar in an Israeli airstrike.
Israeli Perspective
Hamas Perspective
Impact of Sinwar's Death
Israeli Perspective
Israeli officials believe Sinwar's death weakens Hamas's leadership and military capabilities.
Hamas Perspective
Hamas officials believe Sinwar's death is a major blow.
- New Hamas Leader
- Izz al-Din al-Haddad
- Previous Hamas Leader
- Muhammad Sinwar
- Sinwar's Death
- Killed in an Israeli airstrike on May 13, 2024
- Al-Haddad's Prior Role
- Led Izz al-Din al-Qassam Brigades in Gaza City since 2021
- Al-Haddad's Background
- Survived six assassination attempts
- Involvement
- October 7 attacks planning
