Israeli Forces Strike Hamas Cell Using Drone That Threatened Soldiers

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Jerusalem, 21 January, 2026 (TPS-IL) — Israeli troops in central Gaza struck several Hamas operatives operating a Drone in a way that posed a threat to the soldiers on Wednesday, the Israel Defense Forces said.

The IDF added that it is examining the incident.

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