A directive, which Israeli officials believe was written by Yahya Sinwar, the powerful leader of Hamas in Gaza, and recordings called for fighters to target soldiers and civilian communities — and to broadcast the violent acts.
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Israel Says It Killed Abu Obeida, Spokesman for Hamas’s Armed Wing
Hamas did not immediately comment on the Israeli military’s claim that Abu Obeida, one of the armed group’s best-known officials in the Arab world, had been killed.
Muhammad Sinwar, a Top Military Leader of Hamas, Is Dead, Israel Says
He was the younger brother of Yahya Sinwar, the former Hamas leader killed by Israel last year. Hamas did not immediately respond to the claim of his death.
Militant’s Death Would Be Blow to Hamas, but May Have Limited Long-Term Consequences
Israel tried to kill Muhammad Sinwar, a key Hamas leader in Gaza. If confirmed, his death would deprive the group of another top commander, but it might not lead to a strategic shift.
Israeli Airstrikes Kill Dozens in Northern Gaza Overnight, Hospital Director Says
Israel’s military did not immediately respond to a request for comment. A military spokesman had warned of an impending attack in northern Gaza.
Israel Bombards Gaza Seeking to Kill Top Hamas Leader, Officials Say
Israeli officials said the military had launched an attack targeting Mohammad Sinwar, one of Hamas’s top remaining commanders in Gaza and the brother of a leader killed last year.
