An Israeli Air Force strike in northern Gaza resulted in the death of Ahmed Hassan Salame Alsauarka, a Hamas squad commander and sniper who participated in the Oct. 7 massacre in southern Israel, as confirmed by the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) on Thursday.
Alsauarka, a key figure in Hamas' Nukhba Forces responsible for attacks in southern Israel, was targeted in a precise and targeted operation in the Beit Hanoun area. The IDF reported that Alsauarka not only led and directed sniper activities but also played a role in Hamas' assaults on IDF troops.
The strike on Alsauarka was carried out based on intelligence gathered by the IDF and the Israeli Securities Agency. Despite the risks involved, the IDF took extensive measures to ensure the safety of civilians in the vicinity, with no reported civilian casualties during the operation.
Israeli military operations in the central Gaza Strip are ongoing, with recent actions including the targeting of a mortar shell launch post and the elimination of two terrorists using an Iron Sting precision missile. The IDF continues to conduct intelligence-based operations in the Rafah area, resulting in the neutralization of several terrorists in close-quarters encounters.
Furthermore, targeted raids have uncovered rocket launchers and other weapons, underscoring the IDF's commitment to dismantling terrorist infrastructure in the region. The military emphasized its dedication to precision and intelligence-driven operations to safeguard Israeli citizens and combat threats posed by terrorist organizations.
