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IDF Airstrike Kills Hamas Cell Commander in Northern Gaza Amid Heightened Political Oversight

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First reported by Ynet · 1 hour ago

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The IDF killed a Hamas cell commander in northern Gaza with an airstrike approved directly by Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir, marking a shift in operational oversight due to political directives amid US pressure. The commander was planning attacks on Israeli forces, and the IDF continues to act decisively against threats in the area.

01IDF killed a Hamas commander in northern Gaza planning attacks on Israeli forces.
02The airstrike was the first in Gaza requiring direct approval from Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir.
03Political directives halted routine targeted killings under US pressure during negotiations.
04Video shows the militant walking before being precisely struck by the airstrike.
05Soldiers can still neutralize immediate threats without senior approval.
06Since the ceasefire, IDF killed 514 militants and struck 790 targets in Gaza.

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