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IDF Airstrikes Eliminate Armed Terror Cell in Southern Gaza Amid Ongoing Operations
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First reported by Behadrei Haredim · Jul 20, 2026
What happened
The IDF targeted and eliminated an armed Palestinian Islamic Jihad cell in southern Gaza after identifying them transferring weapons for attacks on Israeli forces. This operation follows recent strikes against Hamas operatives involved in the October 7 attacks and hostage-taking. The IDF remains deployed in the area to counter ongoing threats.
- 01IDF airstrikes killed an armed Palestinian Islamic Jihad cell in southern Gaza transferring weapons for attacks.
- 02The operation aimed to neutralize an immediate threat to Israeli forces operating in the area.
- 03IDF released footage of the reconnaissance and aerial strike conducted by paratrooper units.
- 04Earlier, Hamas Gaza City operations head Adham Nesman was killed for leading the October 7 attack and hostage-taking.
- 05Hamas commander Asma Abu Tim was also killed for involvement in kidnappings and terror acts.
- 06IDF Southern Command remains deployed and committed to countering threats per existing agreements.
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Full coverage · 6 outlets
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