Issam Al-Dialisi

Issam Al-Dialisi was a prominent leader within Hamas, serving as the head of government oversight in the Gaza Strip, a role akin to that of a prime minister since Hamas took control in 2007. He was influential in managing civilian affairs and services in Gaza and was actively involved in Hamas's general policy making. Al-Dialisi also held the position of head of the teachers' organization at UNRWA, the UN agency for Palestinian refugees, and served as an advisor to former Prime Minister Ismail Haniyeh.