Israel says it killed new Hamas military leader in Gaza
Israel announced the killing of Mohammed Odeh, the new leader of Hamas' military wing, during airstrikes in Gaza City. This strike occurred shortly after the death of his predecessor, Izz al-Din al-Haddad. The attacks have intensified amid a fragile ceasefire and ongoing humanitarian crises in Gaza as the region prepares for Eid al-Adha.
- ▪Israel's Defence Minister stated that Odeh was involved in orchestrating the October 7, 2023, attacks.
- ▪At least three people were killed and 12 injured in the recent airstrikes.
- ▪The ongoing conflict has left around 90% of Gaza's population displaced and reliant on aid.
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Israel said on Wednesday (May 27, 2026) that it targeted and killed the new leader of Hamas' military wing during airstrikes in Gaza City, less than two weeks after it killed his predecessor.Israel's Defence Minister, Israel Katz, and the Israeli military said the strikes, which were carried out on Tuesday (May 26), killed Mohammed Odeh. Three dead in latest strike, Israel claims Hamas military chief was targettedFamily members of a man called Mohammed Odeh said he was killed in the strike, but did not confirm he was the leader of the military wing. Hamas has not commented.Mr.
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