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IDF Strikes Gaza, Targets Hamas Leaders Amid Ceasefire Violation

2/13/2026

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The Israel Defense Forces conducted airstrikes in Gaza and killed Hamas terrorists Ahmad Hasan and Basel Himouni.
Hasan led attacks that caused multiple IDF soldier deaths and was targeted after a ceasefire violation.
Basel Himouni was involved in a 2004 double suicide bombing.
The IDF said it will continue operations against threats from Gaza.
The ceasefire established in October remains violated.

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The Israel Defense Forces conducted airstrikes in Gaza and killed Hamas terrorists Ahmad Hasan and Basel Himouni.
Hasan led attacks that caused multiple IDF soldier deaths and was targeted after a ceasefire violation.
Basel Himouni was involved in a 2004 double suicide bombing.
The IDF said it will continue operations against threats from Gaza.
The ceasefire established in October remains violated.