Israel kills key hamas commander in gaza attack

Mohammed Odeh – IDF spokesperson

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Israeli defense forces carried out a precise attack in the Gaza Strip that resulted in the elimination of Mohammed Odeh, a key Hamas leader

Odeh was the new commander of the terrorist group’s military wing and had a direct role in planning the brutal October 7, 2023 attack against Israel.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Israel Katz confirmed the operation on Tuesday night, highlighting that the objective was successfully achieved.

According to Israeli security sources, confirmation of Odeh’s death came about two hours after the attack.

He had recently assumed the position, replacing Izz ad-Din Haddad, who was also killed in an Israeli attack about two weeks earlier.

Mohammed Odeh was seen as a high-ranking figure within Hamas, having served as the group’s intelligence chief during the October 7 massacre.

Israeli authorities considered him one of the main architects of that tragic day, which resulted in the death, kidnapping, and injury of many Israeli civilians and soldiers.

The joint statement from Netanyahu and Katz’s offices emphasized Odeh’s responsibility for numerous acts of violence against the Israeli population.

“He was responsible for the murder, kidnapping, and injury of many Israeli civilians and soldiers of the Israel Defense Forces,” the leaders stated.

They also congratulated the army and the Shin Bet security service for their continued work in eliminating threats.

In the statement, the two reinforced Israel’s commitment to pursuing all those involved in the October 7 attack: “Sooner or later, Israel will get to them all.”

A Força Aérea Israelense acaba de bombardear em Gaza o esconderijo de Muhammad Odeh, o novo comandante do Hamas e sucessor de Izz al-Din al-Haddad, eliminado na semana passada. Odeh era o último sobrevivente dos comandantes que planejaram o 7 de outubro.

Before official confirmation, Arab sources reported strong explosions in the western part of Gaza City.

Witnesses described the action as a “ring of fire” operation carried out by Israeli forces.

Reports indicate that at least three attacks were carried out near a restaurant called Shaafout, located on Salah al-Din road, a major thoroughfare in the region.

These bombings drew the attention of the local population and generated significant media coverage in the area.

This elimination comes at a time when Israel continues its operations to dismantle the command structure of Hamas, the group that governs Gaza and is considered responsible for holding hostages and planning new attacks.

Odeh’s death represents a significant blow, as he had just assumed a leadership position after the fall of his predecessor.

For many Israelis, actions like this bring a sense of justice and continuity in the fight against terrorism that threatened the country in October 2023.

The conflict in the region remains complex and full of challenges.

While Israel seeks to neutralize leaders who plan and execute attacks against its population, Hamas continues to operate among the civilian population of Gaza, making military operations even more delicate.

Israeli authorities have repeatedly stated that they will not rest until all those responsible for the massacre that shocked the world are eliminated.

This news reinforces Israel’s determination to defend its citizens and to respond directly to those who plan violence against the country.

At the same time, it shows how the cycle of confrontations in the Gaza Strip remains active, with each side acting according to its strategies.

For the Israeli population, which still deals with the scars of October 7th, including families of hostages and victims, each action against Hamas leaders represents a step towards weakening the enemy and increasing long-term security.

Investigations and operations continue, and new information may emerge in the coming days regarding the impacts of this elimination on Hamas’s structure.

The Israeli government remains committed to the mission of bringing back the hostages and ensuring that similar attacks do not happen again.

Published in 05/26/2026 23h05

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