Tel Aviv, Israel: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed on May 28, 2025, that Muhammad Sinwar, Hamas' Gaza chief, was killed by the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) during a precision drone strike on May 14.
Sinwar, who assumed leadership of Hamas in Gaza following the death of his elder brother Yahya Sinwar in October 2024, was targeted at an underground command facility beneath the European Hospital in Khan Younis. This site served as a significant Hamas command center.
Netanyahu announced the elimination of Muhammad Sinwar at the Knesset, underscoring Israel's ongoing campaign to dismantle Hamas' leadership. He stated, "We (Israel) had eliminated Ismail Haniyeh, Mohammed Deif, Yahya Sinwar, and now Muhammad Sinwar." These figures represent some of the highest-ranking members of Hamas, responsible for orchestrating attacks against Israel.
Yahya Sinwar, Muhammad's brother, was a central figure in Hamas and had orchestrated the October 7, 2023, attack on Israel which triggered the current Gaza conflict. Muhammad Sinwar's killing marks a critical moment in Israel's systematic efforts to weaken Hamas' command structure.
The IDF released footage revealing the aftermath of the drone strike, which exposed tunnels beneath the European Hospital linked to the militant group’s underground network. Israeli military and intelligence units have continued focused operations to neutralize Hamas' subterranean infrastructure throughout the war.
This targeted action reflects the broader strategic campaign by Israel to cripple Hamas' operational capabilities by removing key leadership and command centers.
