Israel’s security cabinet told Sinwar is likely dead

Israel’s security cabinet has been informed that Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar is very likely dead, two officials said on October 17th. according to the Arab News via Reuters. Two Israeli broadcasters, KAN and N12 News also cited Israeli officials as saying Sinwar had been killed.

Sinwar is viewed as the chief architect of the October 7th 2023 attack on Israel by Hamas, and his death if confirmed would be a boost for Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyau and the country’s military.

Sinwar, who was previously Hamas’ leader in Gaza, was named as the group’s overall leader following the killing of Ismail Haniyeh by Israel in Tehran back in August.

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Reuters