Khan Yunis is one of the largest cities in the Gaza Strip, second in size only to Gaza City. It is the largest urban center in southern Gaza.
It has been the location of fierce fighting between the IDF and Hamas amid Operation Swords of Iron, the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas, at the time of writing.
A Hamas command and control center that was used for planning and executing terror attacks was destroyed during the activity, the IDF said.
In the early afternoon, the IDF fired artillery at Shejaia, east of Gaza City, during its operations in the area.
Matan Zangauker is not listed to be released in the first phase of the ceasefire-hostage deal.
Among the banners printed in English, Hebrew and Arabic is the phrase “no migration except to Jerusalem” - a likely reference to Trump’s relocation plans.
Ahead of their release, Hamas terrorists were seen flaunting stolen IDF equipment.
Kalderon returned to Israeli territory along with Yarden Bibas, as part of the hostage deal between Israel and Hamas.
Hamas could be seen preparing for the release of the hostages by making preparations opposite Sinwar's house in Khan Yunis, drawing large crowds.
The strikes were guided by intelligence information provided by the Intelligence Directorate, the Shin Bet, and the Southern Command.
In total, 10 people were killed, and 15 were wounded in the strike, Reuters reported, citing Gazan medics.
Abd al-Hadi Sabah was one of the terrorist leaders who infiltrated Kibbutz Nir Oz on October 7 and led other attacks against IDF soldiers.
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