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Hamas Plans to Move Cyber and Planning Operations to Turkey Amid Qatar Restrictions

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First reported by Srugim · 2 hours ago

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Hamas is relocating its secret planning and cyber operations to Turkey due to restrictions imposed by Qatar on its leadership. The public leadership remains in Qatar, but Qatar's dissatisfaction with Khalil al-Hayya's appointment as political bureau head has led to tighter controls. This move aims to preserve Hamas's covert activities amid regional political tensions.

01Hamas plans to move most covert operations, including cyber and planning, to Turkey.
02Public leadership of Hamas will remain based in Qatar despite the move.
03Qatar imposed restrictions requiring prior approval for Hamas leaders' official meetings.
04Qatar is displeased with Khalil al-Hayya's appointment as Hamas political bureau head.
05Al-Hayya was appointed two weeks ago after Yahya Sinwar's killing in October 2024.
06The move reflects internal Hamas tensions and regional political dynamics involving Qatar and Turkey.

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