The IDF killed Hamas Rafah Brigade commander Nael Abu Obeid in the southern Gaza Strip
Quick Look
- The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) eliminated the commander of the Rafah Brigade of the Palestinian Hamas movement, Nael Abu Obeid, in the south of the Gaza Strip, the IDF press service reported.
- The military noted that measures were taken before the strike to minimize damage to civilians, including the use of precision weapons and aerial reconnaissance.
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Why It Matters
The conflict between Israel and Hamas in the Gaza Strip has continued since October 2023. The IDF carries out military operations against Hamas infrastructure and commanders, declaring the goal of destroying the movement's military capabilities.
© AP Photo / Ohad ZwigenbergIsraeli military near the border with the Gaza Strip
© AP Photo/Ohad Zwigenberg
Israeli soldiers near the border with the Gaza Strip. Archive photo
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The Israel Defense Forces eliminated the commander of the Rafah Brigade of the Palestinian Hamas movement, Nael Abu Obeid, in the south of the Gaza Strip.
The IDF took measures to minimize damage to civilians during the strike.
MOSCOW, September 16 - RIA Novosti. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) eliminated the commander of the Rafah Brigade of the Palestinian Hamas movement, Nael Abu Obeid, in the south of the Gaza Strip, the IDF press service reported.
Earlier on Tuesday, she already announced the elimination of two Hamas commanders in the Gaza Strip.
“The IDF and Shin Bet forces struck the southern part of the Gaza Strip and killed terrorist Nael Abu Obeid, commander of the Hamas Rafah brigade, who also heads the operational directorate of Hamas’s military wing,” the press release said.
According to IDF information, Abu Obeid, in particular, worked to restore the brigade's combat capabilities.
The military noted that measures were taken before the strike to minimize damage to civilians, including the use of precision weapons and aerial reconnaissance.
What to Watch
AI outlook — possibilities, not facts
The IDF will continue to conduct targeted strikes against Hamas commanders and infrastructure in the Gaza Strip
Likely · Within weeks
Open Questions
- What specific measures were taken to minimize harm to civilians?
- Will there be further targeted strikes against other Hamas commanders?
- How will Hamas react to this liquidation?
