Israel kills Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar in Gaza operation, Netanyahu calls it a military achievement
Summary: Israel has announced the killing of Yahya Sinwar, a top Hamas leader, during a battle in Gaza. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu described the operation as a significant military achievement, stating that Israel has "settled its account" with Sinwar, who was involved in the deadly October 7 attack.
Sinwar's death comes amid ongoing conflict, which has resulted in over 42,000 Palestinian deaths and widespread destruction in Gaza. The Israeli military reported that Sinwar was found with weapons and cash when he was killed in a targeted operation.
Some displaced Palestinians expressed mixed feelings about Sinwar's death, with some seeing it as a potential step toward ending the war, while others mourned his loss. The conflict has displaced about 90% of Gaza's population, raising hopes for a resolution among some residents.
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