IDF eliminates Hamas commander who participated in Oct 7 attack, held hostages
The IDF said Friday it had eliminated a Hamas company commander who participated in the Oct. 7, 2023, attack and held several Israeli hostages captive.
Muhammad Bassam Muhammad Mushtaha, a commander in Hamas’ Shati Battalion, infiltrated Israel during the attack and took part in the massacre, according to the statement.
The IDF said he oversaw the captivity of several hostages including Tsachi Idan, Cpl. Noa Marciano, Ziv Berman, Omri Miran, Ori Megidish, Naama Levy and Matan Angrest.
The announcement comes amid a series of Israeli strikes targeting those responsible for the Oct. 7 attack, which have drawn criticism from the Board of Peace.
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