Israeli Airstrike in Gaza City Eliminates Hamas Military Wing Leader Mohammed Odeh
Israel confirmed a targeted airstrike in Gaza City on May 26, 2026, that killed Mohammed Odeh, the recently appointed head of Hamas's military wing. Odeh, who succeeded Izz al-Din al-Haddad, was described by Prime Minister Netanyahu as an architect of the October 7 attacks. Palestinian health officials reported at least three people were killed and 12 injured in the strike on a residential building, occurring on the eve of the Eid al-Adha holiday.
Casualties reported: 3