Once Hamas’s Sworn Enemy, a Palestinian Exile Rises as a Potential Postwar Strongman

Some U.S., Israeli and Arab officials see Palestinian Mohammed Dahlan as a viable leader of an interim security force

Importantly, Hamas has softened its opposition to Dahlan, indicating to mediators in recent weeks that it could accept him as part of an interim solution to help end the war.

“I really want Hamas to leave us alone,” said Waheed, 37. “If Dahlan is the one to replace them, then he is welcome.”