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Hamas Leader Yahya Sinwar, Now Sinwari, Allegedly Uses Disguise and Plastic Surgery to Evade Capture

Aug 25, 2024, 06:59 PM

Reports have emerged suggesting that Yahya Sinwar, the head of Hamas, is allegedly disguising himself as a woman to avoid capture. It is claimed that Sinwar has undergone plastic surgery and now identifies as a woman, using they/them pronouns, and the name Sinwari. These allegations include Sinwar living among civilians in Gaza while dressed in women's clothing, potentially to evade detection. The claims have sparked discussions about his identity, safety strategies, and the presence of queers in Palestine.