Israeli Strikes in Gaza Kill Three in Operation to Seize Hamas Figure: Officials
Israeli officials said the operation involved at least 15 airstrikes as forces moved against a senior Hamas operative in the city.
- Katz announced that the IDF conducted an operation near the American Hospital in western Gaza City targeting a senior Hamas figure, as part of ongoing military activity in Gaza.
- Conflicting reports from Al-Hadath and witnesses described either an Israeli special-forces unit or an Israeli-backed Palestinian militia attempting to capture a member of the Hamas-controlled security apparatus in Al-Katiba.
- Heavy exchanges of fire preceded Israeli aircraft launching at least 15 airstrikes, with some Palestinian accounts estimating above 18, while local media reported between three and eight people killed.
- The IDF confirmed the operation, stating no troops were trapped or injured as drones operated overhead and the incident neared its conclusion with forces in control.
- During a visit to Netiv HaAsara, Katz reiterated that Israel will maintain a presence in the Gaza Strip to secure western Negev communities until Hamas is disarmed.
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