Yahya Sinwar in headlines as Hamas’ Gaza faction leader dies? Notable bio: born 1962, long-time Hamas militant-turned-politician, fourth Hamas chairman. Please verify latest reports.
On March 13, 2026, Al Quds Day protests occurred globally amid the ongoing US-Israel war with Iran, sparked by the killing of Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei in joint airstrikes on March 7. Demonstrations featured anti-Israel and anti-US slogans, with counterprotests supporting US actions. The conflict has caused over 1,230 Iranian deaths and expanded regional tensions.
Israeli strikes in Gaza City have targeted Hamas' military wing commander Izz al-Din al-Haddad, with officials saying he is the group’s top military leader in Gaza. While some reports confirm the strike, Hamas has not publicly acknowledged Haddad’s death. The broader Gaza conflict and fragile ceasefire talks persist amid continuing casualties.