In Khan Younis, Gaza, Israeli troops have reportedly surrounded the home of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, following allegations from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Sinwar, who is believed to have orchestrated the deadly Oct. 7 attacks, is suspected of hiding in an underground bunker in his residence. Israel’s military pushed into the south Wednesday, intensifying the battle with Hamas’ armed wing, the al-Qassam Brigades, according to Reuters.

Netanyahu stated, “His house may not be his fortress and he can escape but it’s only a matter of time before we get him.” However, residents nearby have raised doubts about Sinwar’s presence, despite the confirmation of Israeli tanks in the area. The Times of Israel reported that Sinwar owns multiple homes and was already in hiding.

IDF spokesperson Daniel Hagari revealed, “Sinwar is not above ground; he is underground. I don’t want to elaborate where and how and what we know in terms of intelligence. Our job is to find Sinwar and kill him.” Israeli officials have vowed to kill the 61-year-old, also known as “the butcher of Khan Younis.”

Mark Regev, senior adviser to Netanyahu, expressed confidence in the capture of Sinwar, stating, “It will be a real victory very soon. It’s only a matter of time before we get the man.” The developments continue to escalate tensions in the region as the prospect of Sinwar’s capture remains uncertain.

In summary, Israeli forces have surrounded the home of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, suspected of orchestrating the deadly Oct. 7 attacks. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has vowed to capture Sinwar, who is believed to be hiding in an underground bunker. The situation in Khan Younis, Gaza, remains tense as the search for Sinwar continues.