Khalil al-Hayya, the newly appointed leader of Hamas, has affirmed the organization will maintain its current direction. In his first address since assuming the role on Monday, the 65-year-old pledged to prioritize improving the lives of residents in the Gaza Strip. Al-Hayya aims to restore a sense of dignity to those living in the region, according to reports from DPA and Agerpres. Notably, he survived an Israeli attack while in Qatar. Details of the attack were not immediately available. This leadership transition signifies a continuation of Hamas's established policies. His statements indicate that the group's focus remains firmly on the situation within Gaza.