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Ex-Shin Bet Official Explains Capture of Senior Hamas Operative
A former Shin Bet official explained that a recent operation to capture a senior Hamas operative was prioritized over elimination due to the critical intelligence he holds.
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What happened
- 01Senior Hamas operative captured alive for critical intelligence, not eliminated.
- 02Operative held strategic information on Hamas' direction and weapon locations.
- 03Israeli forces conduct intensive, often unseen, daily operations in Gaza.
- 04Former official notes scarcity of senior Hamas figures due to Israeli actions.
- 05Capture aims to increase fear and reduce Hamas' operational capacity.
The operative's capture is seen as a strategic move to gain insights into Hamas' future plans and capabilities, while also instilling fear within the organization.
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