Hamas announces Yahya Sinwar as head of political bureau

Yahya Sinwar is a senior leader of Hamas, a Palestinian political organization with an associated military wing. He has been associated with the organization for many years. Sinwar's new position as head of the political bureau represents a significant elevation in his status within the organization. As head of the political bureau, Sinwar will play a key role in shaping Hamas' policies and strategies. He is considered a hardliner within the organization and is expected to take a strong stance against Israel. It's also worth mentioning that he has served time in an Israeli prison before being released in a prisoner exchange deal.