Mahmoud Sinwar, the newly appointed leader of Hamas in Gaza, has wasted no time in making his mark on the organization.
Following the death of his brother Yahya Sinwar in October 2024, Mahmoud has taken the reins and intensified recruitment efforts, offering aid to families and targeting community gatherings.
Reports suggest that Hamas has added approximately 15,000 new operatives under Mahmoud’s leadership, a significant expansion of the organization’s ranks.
This rapid growth is likely to have far-reaching implications for the region, particularly in the context of the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Mahmoud Sinwar’s approach appears to be focused on building a strong support base among Gazans, leveraging community gatherings and aid packages to win hearts and minds.
While this strategy may help to bolster Hamas’s popularity, it also raises concerns about the organization’s growing influence and potential for increased militancy.
