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An Unexpected Encounter Between Israeli Soldiers, Hamas Fighters Led to Yahya Sinwar’s Dramatic Death

Israeli forces recovered ‘Mentos, money, an AK-47, a lighter, and a UNRWA employee ID’ on his body.

By BRADLEY CORTRIGHT |  |foreign
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After reports of the death of the Hamas leader, families and supporters of hostages held in the Gaza Strip call for a hostage deal, October 17, 2024, at Tel Aviv, Israel. Amir Levy/Getty Images

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