The Israeli military is investigating reports that Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar may have been killed in a military operation in Gaza. Three militants were reportedly killed during the operation, but the exact details have not been disclosed.
Sinwar, who was one of the key figures behind Hamas’s attack on Israel last year, has been in hiding since the conflict began. Israel is currently conducting DNA tests and examining fingerprint and dental records to confirm his death.
In addition to Sinwar, Israel has also claimed to have killed the head of Hamas’s military wing, Mohammed Deif, in an airstrike. However, Hamas has stated that Deif survived the attack.
The news of Sinwar’s possible death comes as Israeli forces continue their major air and ground assault in Gaza. The recent strike on the Jabaliya refugee camp resulted in numerous casualties, with many women and children in critical condition.
Furthermore, a building in central Beirut housing offices of Al Jazeera and the Norwegian embassy was evacuated after a bomb threat. The Norwegian foreign ministry confirmed the evacuation but did not provide further details.
This latest development adds to the ongoing tensions in the region, with Israel targeting various sites associated with militant groups. The situation remains volatile, with the threat of further violence looming large.