Palestinians react to Hamas leader Sinwar's final moments video
Video of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwarʼs last stand stirs Palestinian emotions. Some see heroism others question wars cost. Hamas vows to continue fight‚ while Palestinians debate conflicts future impact
Palestinians are sharing their thoughts on a video showing Hamas leader Yahya Sinwarʼs final moments. The footage‚ captured roughly five months ago shows Sinwar in a damaged apartment‚ trying to hit a drone with a stick
Some Palestinians view Sinwars death as heroic. Adel Rajab‚ a 60-year-old father in Gaza‚ said “This is how heroes die He died wearing a military vest fighting with a rifle and grenades and when he was wounded and was bleeding he fought with a stick“ Rajab added that heʼd watched the video numerous times
Hamas praised Sinwar in a statement saying “He died a hero attacking not fleeing clutching his rifle and engaging against the occupation army at the front line“ The group promised his death would strengthen their resolve
The conflict that began with Hamas attack about a year ago has had devastating consequences:
- Around 1200 Israelis killed (mostly civilians)
- 253 hostages taken to Gaza
- Over 42000 Palestinians killed
- Estimated 10000 more dead under rubble
Some Palestinians are sharing Sinwars previous statements about martyrdom. He once said “The best gift the enemy and the occupation can offer me is to assassinate me and that I go as a martyr at their hands“
While many express pride in Sinwars final stand‚ others question the wars cost. A poll from about 13 months ago showed most Gazans thought the attack was wrong. Now Palestinians are debating whether Sinwars death will affect the conflicts future
In Hebron Alaa Hashalmoon suggested that Sinwars replacement might be “more stubborn“ Murad Omar in Ramallah believes “The war will continue and it seems it wont end soon“ As Palestinians grapple with the videos impact‚ the long-term consequences of the conflict remain uncertain
