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Offering "Safe Exit" to Those Who Surrender Arms.. Netanyahu: The War Continues
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Netanyahu's insistence on continuing the war despite Sinwar's death reflects Israel's strategy to achieve broader goals in Gaza, moving beyond targeting Hamas leaders to reshaping the political and se

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed today, Thursday, the death of Yahya Sinwar, Hamas leader in Gaza, during an Israeli military operation. Netanyahu stated that Israel has "settled its account" with Sinwar, but emphasized that "the war is not over yet," adding: "A blow has been dealt to evil, but the mission is not complete".
Netanyahu stressed Israel's determination to continue military operations "with full force until the hostages are returned." In a notable move, he pledged not to harm the kidnappers of hostages in Gaza if they release them, indicating that anyone who surrenders their weapons and helps return the hostages will be allowed to safely exit Gaza.
The Israeli Prime Minister emphasized that "Hamas will not rule Gaza," addressing the residents of the Strip by saying: "Sinwar destroyed your lives." Netanyahu considered Sinwar's death an opportunity to bring peace to the Middle East, describing the event as an "important milestone" in Hamas's decline.
Earlier, the Israeli army announced that its forces killed Sinwar in southern Gaza on Wednesday, noting that the operation came after "a year-long pursuit."
The statement added that the army and Shin Bet carried out "dozens of operations over recent months that led to reducing Yahya Sinwar's area of operation, finally resulting in his elimination."
Israel accuses Sinwar of being one of the main planners of Hamas's attack on October 7, 2023, which resulted in the death of 1,206 people.
Israel responded with a large-scale military campaign in Gaza, which has so far resulted in the death of at least 42,438 Palestinians, mostly women and children, according to official Palestinian figures.
It's worth noting that Sinwar had been elected as the head of Hamas's political bureau in August, succeeding Ismail Haniyeh who was assassinated in Tehran on July 31, in an operation attributed to Israel.
These developments come amid ongoing Israeli military operations in the Gaza Strip, raising questions about the future of the conflict and the extent to which a peaceful settlement can be achieved in the region.
Levant-Agencies
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Aimed at secondary school students, the event brought together a distinguished group of academic professionals and technology experts to mentor and inspire young participants.
More than 100 high school students from across the Kingdom of Bahrain took part in the hackathon, which featured an intensive programme of training workshops and hands-on sessions. These activities were tailored to enhance participants’ critical thinking, collaborative problem-solving, and team-building capabilities, while also encouraging the development of practical and sustainable solutions to contemporary challenges using modern technological tools.
BENEFIT’s Chief Executive Mr. Abdulwahed AlJanahi, commented: “Our support for this educational hackathon reflects our long-term strategic vision to nurture the talents of emerging national youth and empower the next generation of accomplished female leaders in technology. By fostering creativity and innovation, we aim to contribute meaningfully to Bahrain’s comprehensive development goals and align with the aspirations outlined in the Kingdom’s Vision 2030—an ambition in which BENEFIT plays a central role.”
Professor Riyadh Yousif Hamzah, President of the Royal University for Women, commented: “This initiative reflects our commitment to advancing women in STEM fields. We're cultivating a generation of creative, solution-driven female leaders who will drive national development. Our partnership with BENEFIT exemplifies the powerful synergy between academia and private sector in supporting educational innovation.”
Hanan Abdulla Hasan, Senior Manager, PR & Communication at BENEFIT, said: “We are honoured to collaborate with RUW in supporting this remarkable technology-focused event. It highlights our commitment to social responsibility, and our ongoing efforts to enhance the digital and innovation capabilities of young Bahraini women and foster their ability to harness technological tools in the service of a smarter, more sustainable future.”
For his part, Dr. Humam ElAgha, Acting Dean of the College of Engineering and Technology at the University, said: “BuildHer CityHack 2025 embodies our hands-on approach to education. By tackling real-world problems through creative thinking and sustainable solutions, we're preparing women to thrive in the knowledge economy – a cornerstone of the University's vision.”
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