Summary
- Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, mastermind of the 7 Oct 2023 attack, has been killed by Israeli forces in Gaza.
- Sinwar was accused of orchestrating deadly cross-border raids and had strong ties with Iran.
- His harsh upbringing in Gaza refugee camps shaped his resolve and ideology.
- Sinwar’s death has led to further conflict escalation, including Israeli attacks on Hezbollah in Lebanon.