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IDF and Shin Bet Kill Terrorist Behind October 7 Attack Holding Israeli Hostages

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First reported by Ynet · 3 hours ago

What happened

The IDF and Shin Bet killed Talal Abd Al-Al, the Islamic Jihad terrorist who led the October 7 attack and held Israeli hostages in Gaza. Former captive Rom Breslavski, tortured by Abd Al-Al, expressed relief and gratitude for the operation. Breslavski was held for over two years before his release in 2025.

01IDF and Shin Bet killed Talal Abd Al-Al, leader of October 7 terror cell in Gaza.
02Abd Al-Al was involved in holding Israeli hostages during the war.
03Former captive Rom Breslavski described Abd Al-Al as his brutal torturer.
04Breslavski was held captive for 738 days and released in October 2025.
05Breslavski’s mother confirmed he endured abuse and refused forced conversion.
06The operation is seen as closing the circle on October 7 attackers.

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