The Israeli military has released drone footage purporting to show the final moments of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar. In the video, Sinwar is seen alone in a devastated Gaza apartment, with the walls destroyed by shelling. He is hunched in a chair, covered in dust, with his head and face obscured by a scarf.

The footage depicts Sinwar with what appears to be a severe wound to his right arm. He is shown tossing a stick in the direction of an approaching drone. International media have not independently verified this footage.

Israeli military spokesperson Daniel Hagari stated that, at the time the footage was recorded, Sinwar was identified only as a fighter. The military subsequently fired another shell at the building, causing it to collapse and resulting in his death. Hagari reported that Sinwar was found with a bulletproof vest, grenades, and 40,000 shekels (approximately $10,707).

According to the Jerusalem Post, Hagari told reporters: “Sinwar fled alone into one of the buildings. Our forces used a drone to scan the area, which you can see in the footage I’m presenting.” He added, “Sinwar, who was injured in his hand by gunfire, can be seen here with his face covered, in his final moments, throwing a wooden plank at the drone. He tried to escape, and our forces eliminated him.”

Hamas has not yet commented on the death of Sinwar. (Agencies)

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