Hamas Military Chief Mohammed Odeh Killed in Israeli Strike in Gaza
Israel says new Hamas military chief Mohammed Odeh killed in Gaza strike, just days after his appointment
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Israel has confirmed the death of Mohammed Odeh, the new military chief of Hamas, in a targeted strike in Gaza City. Israeli officials describe this operation as a major setback for Hamas, which recently appointed Odeh following the death of Izz al-Din al-Haddad.
- 01Mohammed Odeh was killed in a targeted strike by the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and Shin Bet after extensive surveillance.
- 02Odeh had recently taken over as the leader of Hamas's military wing, succeeding Izz al-Din al-Haddad.
- 03Israeli officials claim Odeh was instrumental in planning the October 7 attacks on Israel.
- 04The operation also resulted in the deaths of Odeh's wife and sons, according to Hamas-linked reports.
- 05Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz stated that the strike represents a significant blow to Hamas's military structure.
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Israel announced the death of Mohammed Odeh, the newly appointed military commander of Hamas, in a targeted strike in Gaza City. The operation, conducted by the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and Shin Bet, was described by Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz as a significant setback for Hamas. Odeh, who had recently succeeded Izz al-Din al-Haddad, was reportedly a key figure in planning the October 7 attacks on Israel and had been overseeing military operations against Israeli forces. Katz praised the operation as a 'brilliant execution' and reaffirmed Israel's commitment to dismantling Hamas's control in Gaza. Reports indicate that Odeh was killed alongside his wife and sons during the strike, which targeted multiple buildings used by Hamas operatives. The IDF stated that Odeh's killing marks a substantial blow to Hamas's military capabilities and its efforts to regroup following the recent conflict.
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The killing of Mohammed Odeh is expected to disrupt Hamas's military operations and leadership structure in Gaza.
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