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CNN's lead DC anchor and chief Washington correspondent, Jake Tapper, hosts this two-hour long weekday afternoon program, with headlines from around the country and the world, the top stories in national and international news, politics, health, money, the environment, sports and popular culture. The Lead also concentrates on bringing stories that aren't found on front pages—buried leads—to the forefront.

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U.S. Official: Sinwar’s Death Opens Door For Hostage Return
The Lead with Jake Tapper
Oct 18, 2024

In a major development in the Israel-Hamas war, Israel has killed Yahya Sinwar, Hamas leader and believed by Israel to be the chief architect of the group’s deadly October 7th terror attack. Israel Defense Forces say he was killed during a routing military operation near a building in Gaza. We examine what lies ahead in the region.