The irony of Yahya Sinwar's discovery by trainee commanders stands in stark contrast to the year-long, fruitless manhunt by elite Israeli special forces.
Traces of DNA linked to Sinwar found in early September suggest he may have moved after the execution of hostages, heightening the urgency of the ensuing operation.
Maj Gen Yaron Finkelman, undeterred by prior intelligence failures, focused on Tel al-Sultan, which ultimately led to the surprising discovery of Sinwar.
The gunfight that ensued demonstrates the chaotic nature of combat in urban environments, with the IDF responding decisively to neutralize the threat posed by Hamas.
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