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IDF Eliminates Two Senior Hamas Commanders in Gaza Amid Ongoing Operations
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First reported by Ynet · Jul 7, 2026
What happened
The IDF and Shin Bet killed two senior Hamas commanders in Gaza, Ahmad Batsh and Hamuda Abu Daka, who were involved in planning attacks against Israeli forces. These targeted strikes are part of ongoing efforts to disrupt Hamas terror capabilities and protect IDF troops in the region.
- 01IDF and Shin Bet killed two senior Hamas commanders in Gaza recently.
- 02Ahmad Batsh led Hamas's Nukhba unit and planned terror attacks against IDF forces.
- 03Hamuda Abu Daka headed Hamas's military intelligence and gathered intel on IDF troops.
- 04Fadi Da'mash and Mansour Shahtut, other senior Hamas commanders, were also killed recently.
- 05IDF destroyed multiple Hamas weapons depots including rockets and RPGs.
- 06Operations were based on precise intelligence with efforts to minimize civilian casualties.
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Full coverage · 5 outlets
The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.
Kikar HaShabbatRight · HebrewJul 7, 2026
IDF Eliminates Two Senior Hamas Commanders in Gaza Amid Ongoing Operations
Now 14Right · HebrewJul 7, 2026
Israeli Forces Eliminate Hamas Intelligence Chief and Nukhba Commander in Gaza
Kikar HaShabbatRight · HebrewJul 7, 2026
IDF and Shin Bet Eliminate Two Senior Hamas Commanders in Gaza Strip
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