Netanyahu Confirms: Hamas Leader in Gaza Killed

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced Tuesday that Mohammed Sinwar — a key figure in Hamas’ leadership in Gaza and the younger brother of former leader Yahya Sinwar — has been killed.

“We eliminated Mohammed Sinwar,” Netanyahu declared during a session in the Knesset. His statement confirms earlier reports that Sinwar was killed in an Israeli airstrike on May 13, as reported by The Jerusalem Post.

Mohammed Sinwar rose to a prominent leadership role in Hamas after his brother Yahya was killed in combat with Israeli forces in October 2024.

According to Israel, Yahya Sinwar was the mastermind behind the deadly October 7, 2023, attack that left around 1,200 people dead and resulted in 251 hostages being taken back to Gaza.

Mohammed Sinwar had long been on Israel’s most-wanted list.

His elimination is considered a significant milestone in Israel’s efforts to weaken Hamas’ militant capabilities and leadership structure.

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