Israel claims to have killed Hamas leader Sinwar in Gaza attack | Global

Israel has announced the death of Yahya Sinwar, the leader of Hamas, who was reportedly killed during a tank attack on a building in Rafah, Gaza. This significant development was confirmed by Foreign Minister Israel Katz and Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, marking a major achievement for Israeli forces.

Sinwar, who took over leadership of Hamas just a month after the assassination of Ismail Haniyeh, has been a key figure in Gaza for nearly two decades. His death provides Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu with a strategic advantage in ongoing military operations in the region, particularly in the effort to secure the release of approximately 100 hostages held by Hamas.

The families of the captives have called for swift diplomatic action to secure the release of their loved ones, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing negotiations over military tactics. With Sinwar’s death, Israel has dealt a significant blow to Hamas leadership, following previous targeted killings of key figures within the organization.

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