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Israeli Airstrike Targets Hamas Commander; Casualties Reported
12/13/2025
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Story summary
- The Israeli Defense Forces confirmed an airstrike in Gaza City targeting Raad Saad, a Hamas commander.
- Palestinian media reported at least three fatalities from the strike, marking escalation since the ceasefire began in October.
- Saad survived multiple assassination attempts.
- Saad previously led Hamas's operations division.
- A report indicated the strike killed four people, with no confirmation on Saad's status.
