Israeli forces conducted a targeted strike in southern Gaza, resulting in the death of Sakr Abu Karim, a commander of the Hamas Nukhba terrorist cell, who was instrumental in the October 7, 2023, infiltration into the Kissufim area. According to a joint statement from the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and the Israel Security Agency (Shin Bet), Abu Karim had been actively planning further attacks against Israeli troops and was involved in efforts to rebuild Hamas's military capabilities, including stockpiling weapons and training for future operations in violation of the ceasefire. The strike, which occurred on Tuesday, also eliminated another Hamas operative involved in communications. Additionally, the IDF reported another successful strike against Muhanad Othman Yassin Farwana, a commander in Hamas's military wing, who was planning attacks on Israeli forces. The military emphasized that these operations were conducted with precision to minimize civilian casualties. Israeli forces remain deployed in the area, adhering to the ceasefire agreement while addressing immediate threats from Hamas.