Muhammad Sinwar, Key Hamas Leader, Reported Killed by Israeli Military

On May 31, 2025, the Israeli military announced that it had killed Muhammad Sinwar, one of the most significant military figures within Hamas, during airstrikes in southern Gaza. Mr. Sinwar was identified as the brother of Yahya Sinwar, a former leader of Hamas who was also killed by Israeli forces the previous year. The announcement follows the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, which has persisted for over 20 months.

Hamas has historically been slow in confirming the deaths of its leaders, often taking weeks or months to acknowledge such losses. Analysts assert that while Sinwar’s death represents a significant blow to Hamas, it might not drastically alter the organization's strategies or its ability to conduct operations against Israel. Despite losing several key leaders, Hamas has continued its militant efforts with sustained resilience.

Details indicate that the airstrike targeted an underground compound located near the European Hospital in Khan Younis, where Sinwar had been reportedly active. While Israeli officials indicated a focused operation against him, his name was not mentioned in the military's initial reports. Reports from the region also pointed to the ongoing destruction from Israeli bombings, further exacerbating the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, as the region remains embroiled in conflict.