Israel claims killing of Hamas fighter in Gaza strike

Israel’s military says it has killed a Hamas fighter in Gaza, alleging he was involved in holding six Israeli captives. It produced no evidence to back up its claim.

In a statement posted on X, the army said it had “eliminated” Zaid Zaki Abd al-Hadi Aql in what it described as a targeted strike carried out in response to Hamas’s alleged ceasefire breaches.

Israeli media outlets reported that the strike took place on 29 October.

Israel’s announcement comes amid growing criticism of its continued attacks during the truce, as rights groups accuse it of using “ceasefire violations” as pretexts for renewed aggression against Palestinians.