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Israel confirms elimination of two Hamas commanders involved in Oct. 7

The terrorists were eliminated in weekend airstrikes in the Gaza Strip.

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Israel Defense Forces troops operating in the Gaza Strip, April 12, 2025. Credit: IDF.
(June 17, 2026 / JNS)

The Israel Defense Forces on Wednesday confirmed that two Hamas terrorists were killed in airstrikes in the Gaza Strip over the weekend.

Muhammad Saeed Ahmed Nimruti, who was killed in southern Gaza, was a Hamas platoon commander who participated in the Oct. 7 massacre and helped hold Israeli hostages in tunnels, according to the military.

Mu’awiya Suleiman Thaqar Aidi, who was killed in central Gaza, participated in the Oct. 7 attack on Kibbutz Be’eri.

The IDF said both men had recently advanced plans targeting Israeli forces and civilians.

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