Series of strikes hit Gaza amid reports of commando operation and clashes
A series of Israeli strikes has hit areas west of Gaza city in the northern part of the Palestinian territory amid conflicting reports of a commando operation targeting a Hamas unit. Witnesses reported to The National on Tuesday that at least 15 Israeli air strikes took place in Al Katiba area, while drones also dropped explosives. Two vehicles were targeted on nearby streets, and attempts by…
A series of Israeli strikes hit areas west of Gaza City, amid reports of a commando operation against Hamas. Israeli-backed commandos carried out an operation, capturing Muein Al-Arabid, identified as the head of Hamas's internal security apparatus. Israel hailed the operation, describing it as "daring," while Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu praised the Shin Bet and Israeli military.
Hamas did not confirm the abduction, but Gaza's Interior Ministry claimed Al-Arabid was wounded during the operation, with his wife killed and several children injured. The ministry stated Al-Arabid was carrying out his duties as a Palestinian security official. Gaza's government media reported Israeli special forces attempted a security operation, but were exposed, leading to airstrikes.
Israel denied any casualties among its forces. Palestinian media said Israeli commandos tried to target a Hamas unit, leading to clashes between Hamas and Israeli-linked local militiamen.
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