Israel kills Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar as war in Gaza continues
Summary: Israeli forces have killed Yahya Sinwar, the leader of Hamas, ending a year-long manhunt. The Israeli military confirmed his death during a raid in southern Gaza. While some leaders hope this could lead to peace, others remain skeptical.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called Sinwar's death a significant moment but stated that the war will continue. Israel aims to capture more Hamas leaders, as the conflict has resulted in over 43,000 Palestinian deaths and a humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
International leaders, including U.S. President Joe Biden, are discussing potential ceasefires. However, experts believe that while Sinwar's death may weaken Hamas, it is unlikely to end the ongoing conflict.
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