In a recent interview with the Qatari-based station Al-Araby, senior Hamas leader Khalil al-Hayya addressed the upcoming Israeli elections, expressing skepticism that a change in leadership would alter the current situation for Palestinians. Al-Hayya argued that the ongoing conflict and the loss of life in Gaza are being utilized by Israeli politicians as campaign tools.

Al-Hayya stated that Hamas rejects the idea of Palestinian suffering being used as "fuel" for Israeli political competition. He further asserted that, in the view of Hamas, there is no meaningful distinction between the various Israeli political parties, as he claimed that the Palestinian people have suffered under the policies of all of them regardless of who holds power. The comments reflect the group's long-standing stance that internal Israeli political shifts do not address the core grievances of the Palestinian cause.

While the report highlights the perspective of Hamas leadership, it does not include a response from Israeli officials or independent analysts regarding these claims. The statement serves as a public rejection of the legitimacy of the Israeli electoral process as a vehicle for potential peace or policy change concerning the Gaza Strip.