Israeli air strike kills Hamas commander in Gaza City
Military reports 20 Hamas figures killed this month as group accuses Israel of undermining peace efforts
Quick Look
- An Israeli air strike in Gaza City's Nasr neighbourhood killed Izz al-Din Al-Beik, a Hamas commander linked to the October 7, 2023 attacks.
- Hamas claims the operation undermines ongoing peace deal negotiations.
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Why It Matters
The conflict began following the October 7, 2023 attacks in Israel. Ongoing tensions involve negotiations for a peace deal in the Palestinian enclave.
An Israeli air strike killed the head of Hamas’ armed wing in north Gaza on Tuesday, officials on both sides said, with the militant group describing him as a leader of the October 7, 2023 attack that precipitated war in the Palestinian enclave.
Israel’s government said its military had targeted and killed Izz al-Din Al-Beik, who they said was involved in planning attacks and recruiting. Hamas confirmed his death.
Medics said the Israeli strike hit a building in Gaza City’s Nasr neighbourhood around dawn. A second person died from wounds after the attack, health officials said.
Open Questions
- Impact on current ceasefire negotiations
- Identity of the second individual killed
