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Israel kills Hamas northern wing chief Izz al-Din al-Beik

By Drooid · Sep 30, 2026, 2:31 PM UTC · How we work

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Israel kills Hamas chief

Israel killed Izz al-Din al-Beik, Hamas’s northern armed wing chief, on September 30, 2026.
A second victim died from wounds after the Nasir neighbourhood strike hit an apartment.
Israeli airstrikes on September 30 killed five Palestinians, including four in a Tel Al-Hawa vehicle attack.
Israel says it has killed at least 20 Hamas figures this month, including senior commanders.
Palestinian health officials report over 73,000 Palestinians killed since the October 2023 war began.

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Netanyahu demands disarmament

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says forces will not withdraw until Hamas disarms, extending occupation.
Minister Abbas Araghchi says Tehran awaits a U.S. response after President Donald Trump rejected its Strait of Hormuz proposal.
Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar tells Ramallah diplomats to leave within a week after the Netherlands banned settlement goods.
The ceasefire framework remains stalled because disputes over Hamas disarmament and Israeli troop withdrawal hinder implementation.

History

Historical Context

Israel’s 2005 disengagement, championed by Prime Minister Ariel Sharon, dismantled all 21 Gaza settlements and evacuated over 8,000 settlers by September 12, 2005. Although Israel withdrew troops, the United Nations and the 2024 International Court of Justice continue to deem Gaza occupied because Israel controls its external affairs. Today, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s refusal to redeploy troops echoes the same security-driven stance, shaping the ongoing conflict.

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Israel kills Hamas chief

Israel killed Izz al-Din al-Beik, Hamas’s northern armed wing chief, on September 30, 2026.
A second victim died from wounds after the Nasir neighbourhood strike hit an apartment.
Israeli airstrikes on September 30 killed five Palestinians, including four in a Tel Al-Hawa vehicle attack.
Israel says it has killed at least 20 Hamas figures this month, including senior commanders.
Palestinian health officials report over 73,000 Palestinians killed since the October 2023 war began.

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