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IDF Strikes Hamas in Gaza Amid Ongoing Violence

2/6/2026

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The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) face challenges from Hamas in Gaza, according to Maariv military correspondent Avi Ashkenazi.
Ashkenazi notes Hamas has guerrilla tactics similar to Hezbollah.
An IDF officer was wounded in a recent incident.
The IDF conducted airstrikes in Khan Yunis after a reserve officer was seriously injured by gunfire, citing a ceasefire violation.

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The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) face challenges from Hamas in Gaza, according to Maariv military correspondent Avi Ashkenazi.
Ashkenazi notes Hamas has guerrilla tactics similar to Hezbollah.
An IDF officer was wounded in a recent incident.
The IDF conducted airstrikes in Khan Yunis after a reserve officer was seriously injured by gunfire, citing a ceasefire violation.