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IDF kills senior Hamas Rafah Brigade commander Nael Abu Obeid in Gaza Strip strike
The target of the strike was Nael Abu Obeid, the commander of Hamas’s Rafah Brigade, who replaced his predecessor, Mohammad Shabanah, who was killed by the IDF in May 2025.
Israel's restraint in Gaza may give Hamas the opening it needs to take its power back - analysis
Netanyahu, Katz silently approved reconstruction effort in Gaza Strip inside Yellow Line - report
Nukhba terrorist who participated in Oct. 7 arrested while driving humanitarian aid truck
After airstrike slams into terrorist position in Rafah, IDF closes in, killing three
Over 20 terrorists were killed in eastern Rafah last week, and eight additional suspects were arrested as part of ongoing operations to dismantle underground terror infrastructure, the IDF announced.
IDF kills five terrorists who evaded troops for hours after emerging from Rafah tunnel
The terrorists were killed after a five-hour-long manhunt that began in the early morning hours. The incident occurred near the Yellow Line marking IDF-controlled territory.
Israel Air Force strikes terror targets east of Khan Yunis, southern Gaza Strip
The targets were reportedly located to the east of Khan Yunis.
Multiple Hamas ceasefire violations raise questions about future of ceasefire - analysis
Terrorists attempting to flee through underground tunnels were captured or eliminated as Hamas delays return of hostage remains and continue to issue threats regarding ceasefire.
IDF intercepts 17 terrorists fleeing Rafah tunnel after manhunt
The IDF intercepted 17 Hamas terrorists fleeing Rafah tunnels, killing 11 and arresting six, as an observation officer described how her unit led the detection and targeting effort.
WATCH: 15 terrorists emerge from Rafah tunnel, some arrested alive
Gunmen crossed east of Gaza’s Yellow Line, marking the boundary for IDF-controlled territory, and approached troops before being struck by the Air Force, according to the IDF.
Detained Hamas terrorist knew where Hadar Goldin's remains held - IDF, Shin Bet
Goldin's remains were returned by Hamas via the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) earlier this month as part of US President Donald Trump's Gaza peace deal.
WATCH: IDF uncovers 7 kilometer-long Gaza terror tunnel where Hamas held Hadar Goldin
The route runs beneath a dense residential area near the Philadelphi Corridor and continues under sensitive civilian sites, including a UNRWA compound, mosques, clinics, kindergartens, and schools.
IDF 'must be prepared to take control' of Gaza areas beyond existing perimeter, Zamir says
"Our troops continue operating along the Yellow Line to clear the area and eliminate terrorist strongholds," Zamir said.
IDF kills terrorist who crossed into IDF-controlled territory in southern Gaza
The IDF has confirmed that its forces are deployed throughout the area in line with operational agreements and will continue to take all necessary measures to eliminate threats to Israel.
