Hamas chief Sinwar killed: Israel's next moves and global impacts

Israel confirms elimination of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar in Gaza operation. His death raises questions about Hamas future and war trajectory. Meanwhile Ukraine claims North Korean troops join Russian forces

October 17 2024 , 09:04 PM  •  369 views

Hamas chief Sinwar killed: Israel's next moves and global impacts

Israel has stated that Yahya Sinwar a key Hamas figure‚ was killed in a military action in Gaza roughly 6 days ago. This event is seen as a major hit to the militant group since the wars start.

Sinwar was a unique leader‚ combining political and military roles. His replacement wont be easy experts say. Possible successors include his brother Mohammed SinwarKhalil al-Hayya‚ and Khaled Mashal each with different implications for Hamas future.

While Israels celebrating this as a win‚ it might lead to chaos in Gaza. Hamas could react by firing rockets or harming hostages. Some Gazans might be glad about Sinwars death‚ as he was disliked for ignoring civilians lives.

Benjamin Netanyahu‚ Israels leader‚ promised to keep fighting until hostages are back. Almost 100 hostages are still in Gaza‚ with about a third thought to be dead.

In other news‚ Volodymyr Zelensky‚ Ukraines president‚ said North Korean troops are helping Russia in the war. Their exact role isnt clear – some reports say theyʼre doing engineering work‚ while others suggest a larger unit is forming.

Image

The US warned Israel about 9 days ago that weapon shipments might be reviewed if Gazaʼs aid situation didnt improve. Last month‚ aid to Gaza was at its lowest in a year. About 6 days ago‚ Israel let 50 aid trucks into northern Gaza.

India is trying to fix things with the US and Canada. Indian officials met with US counterparts to discuss claims about an assassination plot in the US. The situation with Canada is worse‚ after similar allegations led to diplomats being kicked out on both sides

Justice has been delivered

Israelʼs Ministry of Foreign Affairs