‘We just want to live’: Palestinians in Gaza react to Hamas election

," Haniyeh told Al Jazeera. "By choosing him, Hamas is sending a message that it does not distance itself from October 7 and still considers it part of its strategic path." * *Paragraph 7 (Haniyeh - elections and transition):* Haniyeh noted that while Hamas has shown some flexibility recently, it remains committed to resisting Israel. He suggested the