Hamas leader "probably killed," says Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu; Declare 'the entire Gaza will be under Israeli control' | Today news

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Hamas leader Mohammed Sinwar was “probably” killed in an air strike. Netanyahu expressed the willingness to consider a temporary ceasefire and hostage exchange, but emphasized that the entire Gaza will eventually be under Israeli control. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu gestures while speaking at a press conference in Jerusalem on May 21, 2025. (Photo by Ronen Zulun / AFP) (AFP) Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced on Wednesday (May 21) that the Hamas leader in the South Gaza had been killed. However, his death has not yet been officially confirmed. Netanyahu expressed openness to a temporary ceasefire and a possible hostage exchange agreement as the opportunity arises. Sky News quoted Netanyahu and said, “The whole of Gaza Strip will be under the security control of Israel.” According to the report, he also added: “In the end, all parts of Gaza will be under Israeli control.” Strong attitude about Iran and regional threats The Israeli leader emphasized the right of Israel to defend himself, especially with regard to threats of Iran and Allied groups such as the Houthi’s and Hezbollah. According to the news release, Netanyahu said: “The state of Israel saves the right to defend itself against a regime that wants to eliminate it.” Netanyahu also expressed the hope that an agreement with the US would prevent Iran from becoming a core power. Criticism of opposition leader Yair Golan Netanyahu has criticized opposition leader Yair Golan after Golan accused Israel of killing babies “as a hobby” in Gaza. Netanyahu said: “While our heroes, our soldiers, risk their lives to defend Israel, Golan accuses them of war crimes.” Golan told Reshet Bet Radio: “A Sane country does not work against civilians, does not kill babies as a hobby and does not set the goals to expel a population.” Golan’s remarks were rare divisions in Israel about the country’s actions in Gaza. Israel to facilitate the blockade, allow limited food in Gaza in response to increasing international pressure and fear of famine, Netanyahu’s office announced on Sunday that Israel would facilitate its blockade by allowing limited food supplies in Gaza. Military surgeries and humanitarian impact Israel’s military strengthened the land operations in the north and south of Gaza, which have made strikes on more than 670 Hamas targets over the past week. Military chief Eyal Zamir told troops that operational flexibility would be maintained to facilitate possible hostage negotiations. The campaign has moved almost all two million Gaza residents, with Gaza health authorities reporting over 53,000 deaths, many civilians. Shipped discussions with Hamas Indirect discussions between Israel and Hamas in Qatar have shown little progress. Netanyahu mentions that discussions included a ceasefire and hostage exchange, as well as Hamas’ captivity and the demilitarization of Gaza – claim Hamas. A Hamas official told Reuters: “Israel’s position remains unchanged, they want to release the prisoners without ending the war.” Hamas is still demanding a complete withdrawal from Israeli troops, an end to the blockade, and prison releases in exchange for hostages. Keep track of the latest news about trend, India, world and United States. Get news and key updates here on Mint! Business Newsnewworldhamas leader “probably killed,” says Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu; Declare ‘the entire Gaza will be less under Israeli control’