The Daily Israel Kills The Leader of Hamas
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Oct 18, 2024 
Ronen Bergman, a staff writer for The New York Times Magazine, discusses the dramatic assassination of Yahya Sinwar, the Hamas leader responsible for orchestrating the October 7 attacks. He explains how this pivotal moment may shift the dynamics of the ongoing conflict and what the immediate repercussions could be for Israel and Hamas. Additionally, Dara Khosrowshahi, CEO of Uber, reveals insights into the future of autonomous vehicles, detailing Uber's collaborations with Waymo and the evolving landscape of self-driving technology in transportation.
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False Alarm
- Ronen Bergman received a call claiming Sinwar's death, which turned out to be false.
- This made him initially skeptical of the later confirmed reports.
Sinwar's Rise
- Yahya Sinwar, born in a refugee camp, was a key figure in Hamas, involved from its early stages.
- He was imprisoned, released in 2011, and became Hamas's leader in Gaza, orchestrating the October 7 attack.
Accidental Killing
- Israeli forces, including young trainees, accidentally encountered and killed Sinwar during a routine patrol.
- This happened after a year of targeted efforts, highlighting the unexpected nature of his death.