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Israeli Strike Targets Hamas Military Spokesman in Gaza
Israeli airstrike targets Hamas military spokesman in central Gaza. Initial reports suggest casualties near bakery in Gaza City. Situation still developing.
An Israeli airstrike in central Gaza on Saturday afternoon reportedly targeted Abu Obeida, the spokesman of Hamas’s military wing. The strike hit near a local bakery in Gaza City, with initial reports from the territory saying more than ten people were killed.
On Friday, Abu Obeida issued a statement warning Israel against moving to seize Gaza City, while also threatening the safety of Israelihostages held in the enclave.
As details are still being verified, it remains unclear whether Abu Obeida was indeed eliminated in the strike.
The IDF said the operation was carried out with precision munitions and aerial surveillance, aiming to minimize civilians casualties. The military added that the strike followed specific intelligence received by the Shin Bet and Military Intelligence shortly before the attack.
