Israel says it killed Hamas military leaderkilled Hamas military leader in Gaza
Israel said on Wednesday it killed the new head of Hamas’ armed wing in airstrikes in Gaza City, less than two weeks after killing his predecessor.
The man, identified by Israeli officials as Mohammed Odeh, was described as a former intelligence chief linked to the October 7, 2023 attack.
The strike matters because it shows Israel is still targeting Hamas command figures while the Gaza war continues.
Israeli Perspective
Israeli officials said the strike removed a key Hamas commander they linked to the October 7 attack. They presented the killing as part of an ongoing effort to weaken Hamas leadership and military planning.
Hamas / Gaza Perspective
Hamas did not immediately confirm the reported death, and the group’s response has typically framed such strikes as part of Israel’s wider campaign in Gaza. In Gaza, repeated strikes have also deepened displacement and made command succession more difficult.
- The Qassam Brigades have used a decentralized command structure to stay resilient under pressure.
- Gaza City has been fought over repeatedly in past wars and remains one of the territory’s most strategically important places.
- Shin Bet traces its roots to Israel’s early statehood and often works alongside the military on high-profile security operations.
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