Hamas leader killed in Gaza

On October 16, Yahya Sinwar, the leader of a terrorist group called Hamas that is based in Gaza, was killed by Israeli troops. He is believed to have directed Hamas’ attack on Israel on October 7, 2023, which set off a war that is ongoing. Sinwar, age 61, joined Hamas in the 1980s and recently became its top leader. Since October 7, he had spent much of his time hiding in underground tunnels in Gaza. Israeli troops had been searching for him and unexpectedly found him in a building above ground. Israel announced his death on October 17, and Hamas confirmed it the next day. Many political experts and world leaders said they hoped Sinwar’s death could lead to renewed discussions about bringing the war to an end. US Secretary…

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