Sat Dec 13 15:16:49 UTC 2025: Summary:
The Israeli military claims to have killed a “key” Hamas member in Gaza City, alleging the individual was working to rebuild Hamas’s diminished capabilities. A separate report from Wafa news agency details an Israeli drone strike on a vehicle in Gaza City, causing casualties, though it’s unclear if this incident is related to the alleged killing of the Hamas member. This action occurs amidst ongoing Israeli attacks in Gaza despite the ceasefire, as well as restrictions on aid entering the enclave.
News Article:
Israeli Strike Kills Alleged Hamas Operative in Gaza Amid Ceasefire Violations
Gaza City – The Israeli military announced on [Date, if available, or simply “Today”], that it conducted a strike in Gaza City, claiming to have killed a “key” Hamas member. In a Telegram post, the army alleged the individual was actively involved in rebuilding Hamas’s operational capabilities in the Gaza Strip. No further details about the identity of the individual were provided.
Hamas has yet to comment on the incident.
Separately, the Palestinian news agency Wafa reported an Israeli drone strike on a vehicle at the Nabulsi junction in western Gaza City, resulting in casualties. It remains unclear whether this strike is connected to the military’s claim of targeting a Hamas operative.
The strike occurs against the backdrop of numerous alleged Israeli violations of the ceasefire agreed upon in October. Gaza authorities report nearly 800 Israeli attacks since the ceasefire began, while restrictions on the entry of humanitarian aid persist. The United Nations General Assembly recently passed a resolution demanding Israel open unrestricted access for aid, halt attacks on UN facilities, and adhere to international law.
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