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.

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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.

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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, it would deprive the group of another top commander, but it is unclear if it would lead to a strategic shift.

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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.

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Muhammad Deif, Hamas Military Commander in Gaza, Is Dead

Mr. Deif was assassinated in an Israeli strike on southern Gaza on July 13, Israel said. He was one of the most senior Hamas leaders inside the territory and one of Israel’s most-wanted militants.

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Cease-Fire Deal With Israel Comes as Hamas Is Severely Weakened

Israel’s 15-month bombardment of Gaza has destroyed much of Hamas’s military wing. It has also degraded the Iran-backed proxy network that helps sustain the militant group.

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Netanyahu Signals Progress on Hostage Deal but Won’t Give Timeline

While pledging to secure the release of hostages held in Gaza by any means necessary, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel said of the cease-fire talks with Hamas: “I don’t know how long it will take.”

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Israel-Hamas Cease-Fire Talks Gain Steam, Officials Say

While a deal was not yet in hand, a crack in the stalemate comes after Israel and Hezbollah reached a truce and President-elect Donald J. Trump ratcheted up the pressure for an agreement.

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Hamas Faces a Future Without Its Most Important Ally

Israel’s offensive against Hezbollah and the cease-fire to stop the fighting in Lebanon have left Hamas increasingly isolated.

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