Israel Claims Elimination of Senior Hamas Commander Amid Ongoing Cease‑Fire Tensions

Hamas Accuses Israel of Violating the Truce

Hamas described the Israeli operation carried out on Saturday as a direct breach of the existing cease‑fire agreement between the two sides. The militant group emphasized that any such action undermines the fragile peace that has been holding since the latest round of hostilities.

Israel’s Statement on the Targeted Killing

According to the Israeli Defense Forces, the strike successfully neutralized a high‑ranking Hamas commander who had been involved in planning and executing attacks against Israeli targets. The IDF did not disclose the individual’s name but confirmed that the operation was part of a broader effort to dismantle the organization’s leadership.

Hamas Remains Silent on the Alleged Death

While Hamas condemned the incident as a truce violation, it refrained from commenting on Israel’s claim that one of its senior members had been killed. The group’s spokesperson declined to confirm or deny the reported loss, leaving the true impact of the strike uncertain.