IDF eliminates Hamas commanders involved in October 7 and Gaza attacks

The IDF eliminated four Hamas Nukhba commanders in a northern Gaza strike, including one who infiltrated Israel during the October 7, 2023 attack and three others involved in attacks on IDF troops operating in Gaza. The operatives were identified after the strike, with the announcement made on August 19, 2026.

The IDF announced the elimination of four Hamas Nukhba commanders in a northern Gaza strike. Among those killed was a commander who infiltrated Israel during the October 7, 2023 attack. Three other commanders were involved in attacks on IDF troops operating in Gaza. The IDF identified the operatives following the strike. The announcement was made on August 19, 2026.