The Israeli army recently killed Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, who plotted the biggest attack on israel on 7 october 2023. After his death, israel released a video, showing Sinwar hiding with his family. This video has brought his wife, samar Abu Jamar, into the limelight. samar Abu Jamar was born in Gaza and comes from an affluent Palestinian family. 44-year-old samar earned a master's degree in religious studies from the Islamic university of Gaza and also taught there till 2011. She married Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar in 2011, when he was released from an Israeli prison during a prisoner exchange.

Family background of samar Abu Jamar

samar Abu Jamar is known as a woman who follows religious rules. She always wears a veil, which only shows her eyes. Her family is part of a Palestinian clan, which has been a staunch supporter of Hamas. Many members of her family have joined Hamas' armed factions, some of which have also attacked Israeli targets.

Controversy over $32,000 Birkin bag

samar Abu Jamar was seen with a Hermes Birkin handbag worth $32,000 (27 lakhs) in a video released by the Israeli army, leading to criticism of her expensive lifestyle. This discussion intensified on social media, especially because the common citizens of Gaza are living in conflict and poverty, while their leaders are enjoying a high lifestyle.

Criticism of expensive lifestyle

This example of the expensive lifestyle of Hamas leaders has raised questions about how the top Hamas leaders, who talk of conflict and poverty, can adopt such lavishness in their personal lives. This criticism has come especially because the people of Gaza are facing difficult conditions.

Samar's future after Yahya Sinwar's death

samar Abu Jamar is missing since the death of Yahya Sinwar in an operation by the Israeli army on 16 october 2023. It is believed that she is worried about her safety along with her children and may be hiding somewhere. According to some reports, samar may now flee to Qatar, where she may get protection.