IsraelGaza City, Gaza Strip
IDF eliminates Hamas commanders in Gaza strikes
Thursday, 16 April 2026 at 09:41 UTC · 2 sources
The Israel Defense Forces announced it eliminated senior Hamas commanders in targeted operations in the Gaza Strip. In one strike, the Israeli Air Force killed Ahmad Abu Khatzira, a commander in Hamas's communications unit in Gaza City, two days ago. The IDF stated Abu Khatzira was involved in advancing immediate terror attacks against its forces. The operation is part of ongoing Israeli military actions against Hamas's command structure in Gaza.
Updates
12h ago@Osint613
The IDF has released a statement confirming the airstrike and providing the target's full name and specific role within Hamas's communications unit.
Key Details
Ahmed Abu Khdeira - Hamas Communications Unit commander
Islam Hisham Riyad Kanita & Mahmoud Hamed Youssef Hamdouna - Hamas Production Unit commanders
Cycle: Thursday, 16 April 2026 at 09:41 UTC · First reported: 13h ago