Get all your news in one place.
100’s of premium titles.
One app.
Start reading
Top News
Top News

Hamas Leader Yahya Sinwar Confirmed Dead By Senior Official

Yahya Sinwar, head of Hamas in Gaza, chairs a meeting with leaders of Palestinian factions at his office in Gaza City, on April 13, 2022. (AP Photo/Adel Hana, File)

A senior Hamas official, Basem Naim, has publicly confirmed the death of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar. Naim expressed deep sorrow over the loss, describing it as painful and distressing for the group. This confirmation marks the first time a Hamas official has acknowledged Sinwar's killing.

Naim emphasized that despite the loss of Sinwar, Hamas remains resilient and determined to achieve victory. He stated that previous assassinations of Hamas leaders have only served to strengthen the group and increase its popularity among the Palestinian people.

Hamas remains determined despite loss of leader.
Basem Naim confirms Yahya Sinwar's death, expresses sorrow.
Previous assassinations strengthened Hamas and increased popularity.

Regarding Israel's actions, Naim criticized the belief that targeting Hamas leaders would bring an end to the movement or the Palestinian struggle. He asserted that such tactics have been employed before by Israel but have not deterred Hamas from its mission.

“Yes, it’s very painful and distressing to lose beloved people, especially an extraordinary leader like Yahia Sinwar, but what we are sure of is that we are eventually victorious; this is the outcome for all people who fought for their liberty,” Naim said.

“It seems that Israel believes that killing our leaders means the end of our movement and the struggle of the Palestinian people … they can believe what they want, and this is not the first time they said that,” he added.

Sign up to read this article
Read news from 100’s of titles, curated specifically for you.
Already a member? Sign in here
Related Stories
Top stories on inkl right now
One subscription that gives you access to news from hundreds of sites
Already a member? Sign in here
Our Picks
Fourteen days free
Download the app
One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.