What the death of the Hamas leader means for the war
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🗓️ 21 October 2024
⏱️ 36 minutes
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Summary
This week, Israel released pictures of an underground bunker, furnished with flat screen TV and a hot shower. It was the place where Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar had lived with his wife and children until he was killed by the IDF. So, how was he tracked down and what does his death mean for the conflict in Gaza?
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