Summary
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed the death of Hamas leader Mohammed Sinwar, stating he was among those “eliminated” by Israeli forces, following a strike in Gaza on May 13. Netanyahu highlighted Israel’s military achievements before the Knesset, noting Sinwar’s rise within Hamas after the death of his brother Yahya, who was involved in the October 7, 2023, attack on Israel. The ongoing conflict has reportedly resulted in over 53,000 Palestinian deaths according to local health officials, with Hamas yet to comment on Sinwar’s death.
