Israel Targets Hamas Leadership in Gaza, Killing New Military Chief
Israel says it killed new Hamas military wing leader in Gaza
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Israel has announced the killing of Mohammad Odeh, the newly appointed head of Hamas's military wing, in a strike in Gaza. The attack resulted in six deaths, including Odeh's family members, and over 20 injuries. This escalation comes amid ongoing military operations against Hamas and Hezbollah.
- 01Mohammad Odeh was killed in an Israeli military operation in Gaza, shortly after being appointed as Hamas's military chief.
- 02The strike resulted in six fatalities, including Odeh's wife and son, and left over 20 people injured.
- 03Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that Odeh was involved in the October 7, 2023, cross-border attack that initiated the current Gaza conflict.
- 04Since the conflict began in October 2023, over 72,000 Gazans have reportedly been killed, with most being civilians.
- 05Israel has expanded military operations in both Gaza and Lebanon, targeting Hamas and Hezbollah forces.
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On Wednesday, Israel confirmed the killing of Mohammad Odeh, the newly appointed leader of Hamas's military wing, during a military operation in Gaza. This strike, which occurred on Tuesday, also resulted in the deaths of Odeh's wife and son, bringing the total fatalities from the attack to six, with more than 20 others injured. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu noted that Odeh had previously led Hamas's intelligence division and was involved in the October 7, 2023, cross-border attack that sparked the ongoing Gaza war. The Israeli military has intensified its operations, not only in Gaza but also in Lebanon, where it is engaged in conflict with Hezbollah. Since the onset of the war, over 72,000 Palestinians have reportedly died, predominantly civilians, as Israeli forces continue to target Hamas leaders and military officials. Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz stated that Hamas would lose its control over Gaza, hinting at plans for
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The ongoing military operations and targeted strikes in Gaza are contributing to a significant humanitarian crisis, with a high number of civilian casualties.
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