IDF Eliminates Hamas Commander Involved in Holding Israeli Hostages

The IDF announced the killing of Muhammad Yazji, a commander in Hamas's Shati Battalion who was involved in holding Israeli hostages Emily Damari, Romi Gonen, and Matan Angrest in captivity. This was reported by news outlet Srugim and network Reshet 13.

According to Srugim, the strike in which Yazji was killed was carried out in Gaza City, and an additional Hamas operative was eliminated alongside him. The military's statement directly linked Yazji to holding the three hostages in the Gaza Strip.

Further details regarding the circumstances and precise timing of the operation have not yet been released in official announcements.