How will Sinwar’s death impact ongoing conflict | CTV CANADA

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How will Sinwar’s death impact ongoing conflict | CTV CANADA invited Geopolitical Analyst and Middle East expert Avi Melamed | 2024 10 18

How will Sinwar’s death impact ongoing conflict | CTV CANADA invited Geopolitical Analyst and Middle East expert Avi Melamed | 2024 10 18

(00:00) Yaya Sinwar was a key figure in Hamas, particularly responsible for its military strength and the October 7 massacre.(00:36) His removal could impact two main areas: hostage negotiations and internal dissent in Gaza.(01:10) The death of Sinwar could create conditions for progress on hostages, but the situation remains uncertain.(01:49) Around 101 hostages are still held in Gaza, some by Hamas and others by local groups, with many feared dead or in poor condition.(02:24) There may be regional pressure to negotiate hostages’ release, but no immediate breakthrough is expected.(02:55) Hezbollah is expected to intensify attacks on Israel following Sinwar’s death, impacting the broader “Axis of Resistance.”(03:26) The Axis of Resistance includes groups like Hamas, Hezbollah, and others, and has caused widespread destruction across the Middle East.(03:57) Israel’s actions have weakened the Axis of Resistance, which is seen as a major source of radicalism and destruction in the region.(04:33) Some countries in the region, like Lebanon, are urging Hezbollah to disarm, which presents an opportunity for regional stability.(05:05) The weakening of the Axis of Resistance could lead to better prospects for stability and peace for the people in the Middle East.

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Avi Melamed is an expert on current affairs in the Arab & Muslim World and their impact on Israel & the Middle East. A former Israeli Intelligence Official & Senior Official on Arab Affairs, Fluent in Arabic, English, and Hebrew, he has held high-risk Government, Senior Advisory, Intelligence & Counter-Terrorist intelligence positions in Arab cities & communities - often in very sensitive times - on behalf of Israeli Government agencies. He is the Founder & CEO of Inside the Middle East | Intelligence Perspectives - an apolitical non-partisan curriculum using intelligence methodology to examine the Middle East. As an Author, Educator, Expert, and Strategic Intelligence Analyst, Avi provides Intelligence Analysis, Briefings, and Geopolitical Tours to diplomats, Israeli and foreign policymakers, global media outlets, and a wide variety of international businesses, organizations, and private clients on a range of Israel and Middle East Affairs.

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