Israeli defence ministry says it killed new Hamas military leader in Gaza
Summary
Israel's defence ministry said it killed Mohammed Odeh, the new military leader of Hamas, in an airstrike in Gaza City. This strike happened less than two weeks after Israel killed his predecessor, as part of ongoing conflict since attacks by Hamas on October 7, 2023. The attack took place as Muslims were preparing for the Eid al-Adha holiday in Gaza.Key Facts
- Mohammed Odeh, new leader of Hamas’ military wing, was killed in an Israeli airstrike on May 26, 2026.
- His predecessor, Izz al-Din al-Haddad, was killed by Israel on May 16, 2026.
- Defence Minister Israel Katz called Odeh one of the planners of the October 7, 2023, Hamas attacks.
- The Israeli military has killed four successive heads of Hamas’ military wing since the 2023 attack.
- At least five people died and 12 were injured in the airstrike during the eve of Eid al-Adha.
- Hamas has not officially commented on the killing of Odeh.
- Gaza remains heavily damaged with most people displaced and dependent on aid, affecting celebrations of Eid al-Adha.
- Palestinian civilians expressed sorrow and stated that Eid celebrations were subdued due to the ongoing conflict and losses.
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