Israeli forces have killed Yahya Sinwar, the leader of Hamas, after a year-long search following his involvement in planning the 7 October attacks. Sinwar, 61, had been hiding in Gaza’s underground tunnels, surrounded by a small group of bodyguards. Despite using hostages as human shields during his time in hiding, no hostages were found with …
Israel marked the first anniversary of the deadly Oct. 7, 2023, attack by Hamas with memorials and protests. Over 1,200 people were killed, and many were taken hostage in the attack, leaving the country in grief and sparking calls for the return of those still held in Gaza. The conflict continues to escalate, with Hamas …
Yahya Sinwar, a key figure known for his militant stance and strategic expertise, has been appointed as the new leader of Hamas following the assassination of his predecessor, Ismail Haniyeh. Sinwar, who has long been a prominent leader within Hamas’s military wing, is expected to lead the group through a period of heightened conflict with …
Ismail Haniyeh was assassinated on July 31, 2024, in Tehran, Iran. He was in Tehran for the inauguration of Iran’s newly-elected president when the incident occurred, believed to be an Israeli strike. Prior to this event, Haniyeh had been a prominent leader within Hamas, having served as its political chief and been involved in its …