Israeli forces confirmed Thursday, Oct. 17, that Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar has been killed during a military operation in southern Gaza. Sinwar, responsible for orchestrating the Oct. 7 attacks on Israel, was killed after a confrontation with Israeli troops in Rafah. His identity was confirmed through dental records and fingerprints.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hailed the killing as “settling the score” with the man behind the attacks that left over 1,200 dead. Despite Sinwar’s death, Netanyahu stated Israel “will not stop the war.”
Defense Minister Yoav Gallant urged Hamas to surrender and release the remaining hostages held in Gaza.
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While Hamas has not commented on the killing, the loss of Sinwar is seen as a significant setback for the group. President Joe Biden compared the moment to the killing of Osama bin Laden, calling it a “good day” for Israel and the world.
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