Yahya Sinwar: The Mastermind Behind Hamas' Deadliest Attack on Israel

Yahya Sinwar, the newly announced leader of Hamas, orchestrated the bloodiest attack on Jews in a single day since the Holocaust. Known for his militant rhetoric against Israel, Sinwar has been a pivotal figure in Hamas' operations. His dedication to the Palestinian cause is marked by ruthless leadership and a history of violence.

Yahya Sinwar, named leader of Hamas on Tuesday, masterminded the bloodiest attack on Jews in a single day since the Holocaust, according to official records. Sinwar has publicly expressed his fierce intentions against Israel, a country where he spent nearly half his life in prison.

In December 2022, Sinwar made a bold declaration at a Gaza rally, stating that Hamas would unleash a 'flood' of fighters and rockets on Israel. Less than a year later, on Oct. 7, 2023, Hamas executed a massive assault that shocked the world, killing 1,200 people and capturing 152 hostages.

The attack marked the deadliest day in Israel's 75-year history, and Sinwar quickly ascended to the top of Israel's assassination list. He has remained elusive since then, directing operations from undisclosed locations. Sinwar's history is steeped in violence; he was previously imprisoned for the murder of Israeli soldiers and Palestinians alike. His lifelong devotion to Hamas and its cause continues to fuel regional tensions.

(With inputs from agencies.)