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Israel Strikes Hamas Leader Amid Rising Civilian Casualties

3/23/2025

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In a decisive airstrike in southern Gaza, the Israeli military eliminated Osama Tabash, the leader of Hamas' military intelligence. This strike marks a significant escalation in Israel's operations after a ceasefire ended. Defense Minister Israel Katz emphasized that military actions will intensify until Hamas frees the remaining 59 hostages, as civilian casualties tragically mount.

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In a decisive airstrike in southern Gaza, the Israeli military eliminated Osama Tabash, the leader of Hamas' military intelligence. This strike marks a significant escalation in Israel's operations after a ceasefire ended. Defense Minister Israel Katz emphasized that military actions will intensify until Hamas frees the remaining 59 hostages, as civilian casualties tragically mount.