"IDF: Hamas Military Wing Leader Mohammed Deif Killed in Gaza"

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The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) spokesperson announced that Mohammed Deif, the leader of Hamas's military wing, was killed in an Israeli airstrike in Gaza last month.

"IDF: Hamas Military Wing Leader Mohammed Deif Killed in Gaza"
Mohammed Deif had been one of the primary targets for Israeli military forces for many years. He managed to escape prison and survived at least seven assassination attempts.

"The IDF confirms that on July 13, 2024, IDF fighter jets struck the Khan Younis area, and after assessing intelligence reports, it can be confirmed that Mohammed Deif was killed in the strike," the military statement released on Thursday said.

It was previously reported that Deif was the primary target of the strike, but until now, Israel had not confirmed his death. Hamas claimed that Deif had survived the attack. As of now, Hamas has not commented on the Israeli military's statement.

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