Israeli military says it struck senior member of Hamas military wing
Israeli military announced Sunday (Nov 15) that it had targeted a top Hamas military commander, Samir Abu Younis, in Gaza. Hamas confirmed the death of this key figure, who played a crucial role in planning the Oct 7, 2023 assault on Israel. The Al-Qassam Brigade announced the killing in a Telegram post, stating Younis was among their most significant commanders involved in the October 7 attack.
The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) and Shin Bet also confirmed the strike, expressing sorrow over the loss. Hamas troops reported that Younis was killed in a targeted assassination operation in Al-Mawasi, west of Khan Younis. Two individuals were injured in this strike. Gaza's civil defense spokesman confirmed the body of the deceased militant, aged 53, and stated that two others sustained injuries.
The ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas has seen more than 1,600 Palestinians killed since the ceasefire was established, according to the Gaza health ministry.
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