'Prisoners won't return until ... ': Hamas leader Khalil Hayya confirms Yahya Sinwar's death

Hamas leader Khalil Hayya confirmed the death of Yahya Sinwar, emphasizing that Israeli hostages would only be released if hostilities in Gaza ended and Palestinian prisoners are freed. He stated Sinwar's death would strengthen the group's resolve. Over 42,500 have been killed in Israel's counterattacks following Sinwar's orchestrated assault on October 7.