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Kikar HaShabbatSecurity

IDF Confirms Slain Rafah Commander Held Israeli Soldiers Captive

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Hebrew · 11 newsrooms covering

Israel's military and Shin Bet revealed that the Hamas commander of the Rafah Brigade, killed recently, held Israeli soldiers captive, including Hadar Goldin in 2014 and Nimrod Cohen on October 7th. The agencies vowed to continue operations against Hamas.

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  • Slain Hamas Rafah commander held Israeli soldiers captive.
  • He held Hadar Goldin in 2014 and Nimrod Cohen on Oct 7.
  • IDF and Shin Bet confirmed the commander's involvement.
  • Forces vow to continue operations against Hamas terrorists.
IDF Confirms Slain Rafah Commander Held Israeli Soldiers Captive
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The Israeli military and Shin Bet security agency revealed that the commander of the Hamas Rafah Brigade, who was killed in a recent operation, was involved in holding Israeli soldiers and civilians captive for years. Na'el Abu Abed, the commander, was responsible for holding Lieutenant Hadar Goldin, who was killed in action during Operation Protective Edge in 2014, and Sergeant First Class Nimrod Cohen, who was held captive during the October 7th Hamas attacks.

The IDF and Shin Bet stated that they will continue to operate with full force against Hamas terrorists involved in the October 7th massacre. The revelation comes as Israeli forces continue operations in Rafah, Gaza's southernmost city, targeting Hamas infrastructure and operatives.

Abu Abed was killed in an IDF operation in Rafah. The military and security agencies emphasized their commitment to dismantling Hamas's military capabilities and bringing all hostages home. The specific circumstances of Goldin's and Cohen's captivity and how Abu Abed was involved are detailed in the intelligence provided by the Shin Bet and IDF.

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