Key Hamas terrorist killed in south Gaza airstrike last week: Israeli Army
"Musa was a close associate of Mohammed Shabana, the commander of the Rafah Brigade who was eliminated in May 2025, and also held various roles in Hamas' Rafah Brigade, including head of military intelligence and head of the observation network. His elimination deepens the damage to the Rafah Brigade and the ability of Hamas terrorists to carry out terror attacks against IDF forces in the area," it added.The military described Musa as a close aide of Muhammad Shabana, the Rafah Brigade commander who was killed alongside top Hamas leader Mohammed Sinwar in May.In a separate operation on Thursday, Israeli fighter jets struck a building in Khan Younis used by Hamas operatives to store rockets. The IDF released footage of the strike, emphasising its ongoing efforts to target the group's operational infrastructure.The announcement came days after Israel's political-security Cabinet approved a plan to "take control" of Gaza City."The Israeli army will prepare to take control of Gaza City while providing humanitarian aid to the civilian population outside the combat zones," Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office said in a statement last week.GAZA TAKEOVER PLAN BACKFIRESIsrael is facing a mounting international credibility crisis over its handling of the Gaza conflict and its alleged repressive measures in the West Bank. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's latest plan for a full military takeover of Gaza, coupled with the expanding humanitarian crisis in the strip, has drawn widespread condemnation. Despite continued support from the United States, experts warned the damage to Israel's global standing may take years to repair.In a notable shift in global opinion, France announced plans to recognise Palestinian statehood in September, with the United Kingdom and Canada pledging to follow. Germany has also initiated the recognition process, while Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese signalled that his country's recognition of Palestine is only a matter of time.Meanwhile, Spain and Sweden have called for suspending the European Union's trade agreement with Israel. The Netherlands has gone a step further, officially labelling Israel a "security threat", citing attempts to influence Dutch public opinion.- EndsTune InMust Watch
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