Israel Kills Senior Hamas Commander Who Planned, Oversaw October 7 Attack

A security source told AFP shortly after midnight that Younis, the commander of Al-Qassam's Rafah Brigade, died in a strike "targeting him moments ago".
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Israel strikes Hamas' Rafah Brigade commander in Gaza, kills October 7 attack plannerHamas confirmed that its Rafah Brigade commander Samir Abu Younis, accused by Israel of involvement in the October 7 attack planning, was killed in an Israeli airstrike in southern Gaza.Moneycontrol · 8h ago
Israel strikes Hamas commander in Gaza, group says senior military leader killedAn Israeli airstrike killed Hamas Rafah brigade commander Samir Abu Younis in southern Gaza. The attack underscores continuing violence despite the October 2025 ceasefire.IndiaToday · 12h ago
Hamas confirms death of senior commander Samir Abu Younis in Israeli airstrikeIn a recent Israeli airstrike, senior Hamas commander Samir Abu Younis was killed in the Mawasi area of Khan Younis, an incident that also left many injured. Known for his involvement in the planning of the deadly October 7 assault on Israel, his funeral is set for Sunday. The ongoing conflict…Times of India · 2h ago
Israeli military says it struck senior commander in Hamas' military wingSamir Abu Younis killed in Khan Younis strike as ongoing military actions continue in the southern Gaza Strip despite ceasefire.Deccan Herald · 12h ago
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