On May 15, 2026, Israel announced the death of Hamas commander Izz ad-Din al-Haddad in an air strike in Gaza City. Israeli officials have described him as one of the key figures behind the October 7 massacre.
The strike reportedly took place despite ongoing tensions in the region, raising questions about the effectiveness of current ceasefire agreements with Hamas.
This incident marks a significant development in the ongoing conflict, as Israel continues to target leaders of Hamas amidst a backdrop of violence and political instability.
Updates
Update at 07:32 UTC on 2026-05-27
BBC World reported At least three people were killed in the attacks, which came despite a ceasefire with Hamas being in place. EuroNews reported Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office described Odeh as one of the "architects" of the October 7 attacks.
Sources: BBC World, EuroNews