Hamas Says That Its Political Leader Does Not Plan to Seek Re-election ATFP World Press Roundup Article from The New York Times by Fares Akram - January 21, 2012 - 1:00am GAZA — The Palestinian militant group Hamas announced Saturday that its political leader, Khaled Meshal, would not seek re-election, opening the door to a possible leadership contest and adding to the uncertainty enveloping Hamas at a time of regional turmoil. » Read more