Israel Probably Kills Hamas Leader Sinwar in Major Gaza Airstrike

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced that Hamas leader Mohammed Sinwar was "probably" killed in an Israeli airstrike on a hospital in Khan Younis, southern Gaza, marking a significant blow to Hamas' leadership. Sinwar, who took over after his brother Yahya Sinwar's death in October, was targeted amid Israel's intensified military operations aiming to seize full control of Gaza. Netanyahu emphasized that Israel's offensive will continue until Hamas is removed, Gaza is demilitarized, and a U.S.-backed plan allowing voluntary emigration of Gaza residents is implemented. While Israel has shown willingness to consider a temporary ceasefire for hostage releases, a permanent peace depends on Hamas' disarmament and exile, according to Netanyahu. Despite the strikes, Hamas has not confirmed Sinwar's death, and the group maintains control in Gaza. Israel has also allowed limited humanitarian aid into Gaza amid mounting international pressure and fears of a worsening humanitarian crisis.