Israeli forces announced Sunday they recovered the body of Mohammed Sinwar, a top Hamas military leader, from a tunnel beneath Khan Younis’ European Hospital. The operation, conducted with intelligence agency Shin Bet, marks a significant blow to Hamas’ leadership.
Behind the Raid
Sinwar—described as a key architect of Hamas’ October 2023 attack on Israel—was killed alongside Rafah Brigade commander Muhammad Shabaneh on May 13. Their bodies were identified after a days-long raid involving heavy airstrikes, with operations still ongoing.
Rising Human Toll
Gaza’s health authorities reported over 54,880 deaths and 126,227 injuries since October 2023. The recovery of Sinwar’s body comes amid intensified clashes, underscoring the conflict’s devastating humanitarian impact. 🔥
Broader Context
Mohammed Sinwar, 49, was the younger brother of former Hamas Gaza leader Yahya Sinwar, killed by Israeli forces in October 2024. Analysts say this strike disrupts Hamas’ military chain but warns of prolonged tensions.
