​Fully stocked kitchen, modern bathrooms, stash of cash: A glimpse into ex-Hamas chief Yahya Sinwar's secret bunker

Hours before the deadly October 7 attack on Israel, footage surfaced of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar in a tunnel under his home. Sinwar was seen moving equipment into the underground hideout, preparing for a long stay as Hamas prepared to launch its assault on Israel. (Image credits: X)

The video, released by the IDF, showed Sinwar and his family moving food, water, and supplies into an underground tunnel beneath their Khan Younis home. The footage reveals Sinwar’s plan to evade capture as the attack unfolded, underscoring Hamas’ preparation for the assault. (Image credits: X)

Along with food supplies, soldiers discovered several bathrooms and showers in Sinwar’s bunker, which were notably cleaner and more modern than other facilities found in Hamas’ tunnel system. This level of comfort stands in contrast to the basic amenities available to other Gazans. (Image credits: X)

The tunnel system under Sinwar’s home was not a temporary refuge but a fully equipped bunker. It included toilets, showers, and a kitchen, indicating that Sinwar had prepared for an extended period of hiding while coordinating Hamas' offensive. (Image credits: X)

Footage from February showed Sinwar and his guards living in relatively comfortable conditions, with a bright, cozy space and a fully stocked kitchen. According to Israeli Defense Forces officials, these amenities were intended to help the Hamas leader and his men endure the war. (Image credits: X)

In Sinwar’s bunker kitchen, Israeli forces found a bag of food bearing the label of the UNRWA (United Nations Relief and Works Agency), which Hamas has long been accused of stealing supplies from. The discovery highlights ongoing concerns about the diversion of humanitarian aid in Gaza. (Image credits: X)

A side room in the bunker held living quarters for Sinwar’s bodyguards, equipped with lockers containing weapons, ammunition, and explosives. This area was designed to ensure that Sinwar’s personal protection team could respond swiftly to any threats, while maintaining a secure hideout. (Image credits: X)

Inside Sinwar’s private quarters was a large safe containing millions of shekels. According to an IDF soldier, the Hamas leader lived in luxury while civilians above ground suffered in poverty and starvation. (Image credits: X)

In the footage, IDF officials pointed out that Sinwar’s wife was seen carrying a luxury Hermès Birkin handbag valued at $32,000. This detail, the IDF said, starkly contrasts with the destruction and suffering caused by Hamas' actions, highlighting the wealth of its leadership amidst the ongoing war. (Image credits: X)

Yahya Sinwar was one of the key masterminds behind the October 7 attack. Having evaded Israeli capture for over a year, Sinwar remained in hiding until Israeli forces targeted him. Even after Sinwar’s death, the conflict continues. Israeli airstrikes on Gaza have intensified, and the death toll is mounting. (Image credits: X)