Israeli Military Investigates Possible Death of Hamas Leader Yahya Sinwar

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BANDUNG, SEATIZENS – The Israeli military is investigating the potential death of Yahya Sinwar, the leader of Hamas, following a recent attack in Gaza. On Thursday, October 17, 2024, Israel announced that three other Palestinians died during a joint operation by the military and the Shin Bet security agency.

“We are examining the possibility that one of the casualties is Yahya Sinwar,” the Israeli military stated, without providing further details about the operation.

Prior to this role, Sinwar led Hamas in Gaza in 2017 and secured re-election in 2021. His leadership has made him a prominent player in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestine.

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Israel has targeted Sinwar as a primary objective in its current war in Gaza. The military considers him the architect of the “Al-Aqsa Flood” operation, which occurred on October 7 of last year. This operation resulted in considerable casualties and impacted Israel’s reputation for intelligence and security on the global stage.

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As the investigation continues, authorities work to verify reports about Yahya Sinwar’s possible death. This information could significantly change the dynamics of the ongoing conflict in the region.

(Firyal Trinidad/Mars)

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