Israel says it killed Hamas armed wing leader in Gaza strike

Israel's military announced it killed the leader of Hamas's armed wing, known as the Qassem Brigades, in an air strike on Gaza. The military identified the target as the commander who helped plan the October 7 attacks on Israel.

Israeli officials, including Prime Minister Netanyahu, confirmed the operation. Hamas has not officially commented on the claim. The strike comes amid a fragile ceasefire in Gaza, where Hamas's finances have reportedly been recovering.