Yahya Sinwar in Hiding: Hamas Leader Evading Capture by Dressing As ‘Woman’ in Gaza As Israel-US Undertake Large-Scale Manhunt, Says Report
Yahya Sinwar, the political leader of Hamas and the mastermind behind the October 7 attacks in Israel, is currently evading capture by Israeli forces by dressing as a woman.
Mumbai, August 28: Yahya Sinwar, the political leader of Hamas and the mastermind behind the October 7 attacks in Israel, is currently evading capture by Israeli forces by dressing as a "woman", a report said. Sinwar, who has been a target for Israel even before his promotion, has abandoned Gaza’s terror tunnels due to fears for his life and has taken refuge among the displaced Palestinians.
Following the assassination of his predecessor, Ismail Haniyeh, in Tehran, Sinwar assumed leadership of Hamas’ political wing, making him a primary target for Israeli forces. Israeli authorities believe that capturing or eliminating Sinwar would significantly weaken Hamas’ political structure. Yahya Sinwar To Be New Political Leader of Hamas Week After Ismail Haniyeh Killed in Attack in Tehran.
Yahya Sinwar Disguising as 'Woman' to Avoid Capture
Reports indicate that Sinwar, deeply concerned for his safety, is hiding among displaced Palestinians in Gaza, disguised as a "woman" to avoid detection. Israeli intelligence has revealed that he is frequently changing locations to evade capture, never staying underground for more than 24 to 36 hours. His fear of Israeli technology and human intelligence tracking him has kept him constantly on the move. During recent ceasefire negotiations in Cairo, Sinwar’s insistence on his security led to new demands for assurances of his safety from potential Israeli retribution. Who Is Yahya Sinwar, October 7 Attacks ‘Mastermind’ and New Political Bureau Chief of Hamas?
Israeli forces nearly captured Sinwar ten days ago during a raid on a tunnel in Gaza. Evidence suggested he had just left, as the coffee in his underground hideout was still warm. Despite being within reach multiple times, Israeli intelligence and military units have yet to apprehend him. The hunt for Sinwar continues, with Israeli forces employing both technological and human intelligence in their efforts to locate him. Officials believe that capturing Sinwar would lead to the collapse of Hamas’ political hierarchy.
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