Since Israel announced on Thursday that it had killed the leader of Hamas, Yahya Sinwar, people have been wondering who could replace him. We speak to a political scientist who monitors the militant group. Also in the programme: we analyse reports that North Korea has sent troops to help Russia in its war with Ukraine; and a new project that aims to combat addiction with the use of virtual reality. (Photo: Houthi supporters hold up placards showing late Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar during a rally in Sana'a, Yemen, 18th October 2024. Credit: Yahya Arhab/EPA-EFE/REX/Shutterstock)
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When Israel announced on Thursday that it had killed the leader of Hamas, Yaya Silwah, there was much talk in western capitals of a possible turning point in the Gaza conflict, a possible path to peace, in the words of President Biden, for the israeli hostages still being held in Gaza and for the humanitarian plight of Gazans.
And those sentiments have been repeated.
But in confirming his death, Hamas, deemed a terror organization by many western governments, has quite literally stuck to its guns.
The group's deputy leader, Khalil el Haya, is currently based in Qatar.