IDF kills Hamas leader in airstrike
The Issue: Israeli Defense Forces’ killing Hamas leader and Oct. 7 architect Yahya Sinwar.
With the death of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, this is an opportune moment for Israel to offer safe passage out of Gaza for all Hamas leaders and fighters in exchange for the release of hostages (“The dirty rat is dead!” Oct. 18).
A simple arrangement for the remaining Hamas leaders could involve releasing the hostages and boarding a ship off the Gaza shoreline.
This approach has been successful in the past, such as with Yasser Arafat and the Palestine Liberation Organization in Lebanon, and should be implemented promptly.
Arnold S. Mazur
Palm Beach , Fla.
Upon closer inspection of the photo of the deceased Hamas leader, a watch can be seen on his left wrist, suggesting it may be of high value. If so, it could be indirectly linked to President Biden’s policy of appeasement towards Tehran.
By flooding Iran with billions of dollars in the hope of negotiating a treaty to curb its nuclear-weapons program, Biden has inadvertently allowed Iran to fund organizations like Hamas to sustain their efforts against Israel. Some of this funding may have been used by Sinwar to maintain his lifestyle. Before his death, Sinwar reportedly left nearly a million dollars behind when he fled a bunker. The watch serves as a symbolic representation of the flawed policy in the Middle East.
Richard Klitzberg
Princeton
Over the years, notable enemies of America such as Osama bin Laden, Qasem Soleimani, Hassan Nasrallah, and now Yahya Sinwar have been eliminated one by one.
This trend has contributed to making the world a safer place.
Tom Cutrofello
Woodside
An interesting fact is that Yahyah Sinwar received life-saving medical care from an Israeli doctor while he was imprisoned in Israel. Despite this, Sinwar went on to harbor hatred and commit acts of violence against those who saved him, culminating in the attack on Oct. 7, 2023.
This serves as a stark reminder that good deeds can sometimes go unappreciated. While Israel values life, Sinwar and his followers embraced a culture of death, which ultimately led to his demise. A poignant moment for humanity.
Susan Green
Manhattan
Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar was killed near the town of Rafah in southern Gaza (“After Sinwar: Win the War,” Editorial, Oct. 18).
It is worth noting that President Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris advised Israel against entering Rafah.
Israel is now targeting all leaders affiliated with Iran. It is crucial for those in power to support Israel in completing this mission.
While Biden and Harris advocated for a cease-fire over the past year, it would have likely allowed Hamas to regroup.
This situation mirrors the creation of ISIS during the Obama administration due to a vacuum in Iraq, which was later addressed by Trump. Strength, not appeasement, leads to peace.
JR Cummings
Manhattan
Kudos to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for successfully eliminating Hamas leader and mastermind Yahya Sinwar (“Bibi: We got fiend, but war isn’t over,” Oct. 18).
Netanyahu remains steadfast in defending and protecting Israel without yielding to external pressure. The Israel Defense Forces demonstrate remarkable focus and precision in their operations. This victory not only benefits Israel but marks a moment of triumph. Ultimately, Israel will prevail.
JoAnn Lee Frank
Clearwater, Fla.
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