IDF announces killing of two Hamas members
Jerusalem, July 31 (Hibya) – The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) announced that two individuals it identified as Hamas members were killed in airstrikes carried out in the Gaza Strip.
In a statement, the IDF said that airstrikes conducted two days ago in different parts of the Gaza Strip killed Mohammed al-Abd, identified as Hamas' logistics officer, and Ahmed Main Mohammed Ankar, described as a commander.
The statement claimed that Mohammed al-Abd had been involved in smuggling weapons into Gaza and tunnel operations both before and during the war, and alleged that both men had recently taken part in planning attacks against Israeli soldiers and civilians.
The Israeli military stated that the two individuals were "neutralized in precise airstrikes" and added that units under the Southern Command would continue to be deployed in the area in line with existing agreements and would continue operations against elements it considers a threat.
British News Agency