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 air strikes in Gaza City. This strike occurred less than two weeks after the death of his predecessor, Izz al-Din al-Haddad. The ongoing conflict has led to significant civilian casualties and a grim atmosphere as Muslims prepare for Eid al-Adha amidst the devastation.
- ▪Israel's Defense Minister confirmed the air strikes that killed Mohammed Odeh.
- ▪The attack resulted in at least five deaths and 12 injuries.
- ▪The situation in Gaza remains dire, with around 90 percent of the population displaced.
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Open this photo in gallery:People mourn during a funeral held for Hamas' recently appointed Gaza armed wing chief, Mohammed Odeh, along with his family in Gaza City, on Wednesday.Ahmad Hasaballah/Getty ImagesShareSave for laterPlease log in to bookmark this story.Log InCreate Free AccountIsrael said Wednesday it targeted and killed the new leader of Hamas’ military wing during air strikes in Gaza City less than two weeks after killing his predecessor.Israel’s Defense Minister Israel Katz and the Israeli military said the strikes, which were carried out on Tuesday, killed Mohammed Odeh. Family 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.
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