Hope Rises
Israeli officials, hostage families optimistic Sinwar killing could bring hostages home
Israel offering immunity to Gazans who give up hostages and lay down arms
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People celebrate the news of the death of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, in Jerusalem on October 17, 2024. Israel said on October 17 its forces killed Sinwar, accused of masterminding the October 7, 2023 attack, calling it a "heavy blow" to the Palestinian group it has been fighting for more than a year.
The death of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar on Thursday is being seen in Israel as an opportunity to bring about the release of hostages held in Gaza, while some of their relatives called for the immediate resumption of negotiations....