Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar has been confirmed dead by a senior Hamas member, following a combat operation in Gaza. Sinwar, who topped Israel’s most-wanted list, was the mastermind behind the devastating October 7 attacks that killed over 1,200 people and led to the abduction of around 250 others.
US President Joe Biden views Sinwar’s death as a significant development that raises the prospect of a ceasefire in the year-long war. However, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has tempered expectations, stating that Sinwar’s death does not necessarily mark the end of the conflict in Gaza.
The Israeli military operation that resulted in Sinwar’s death was part of a broader campaign to eliminate Hamas’ leadership and military structure. The operation involved Israeli troops attacking a building in Rafah, where Sinwar was believed to be hiding.
The human cost of the conflict has been staggering, with the Hamas-run health ministry reporting over 42,500 people killed in Gaza since Israel began its military offensive. The international community remains concerned about the escalating violence and its impact on civilians.
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