The Israeli Defense Forces announced it killed Hamas Nukhba Commander Anas Hamed in a targeted airstrike in Gaza, according to military officials.

The IDF stated that Hamed participated in the October 7 attacks on Israel, specifically identifying him as having taken part in raids during what Israeli sources refer to as the Nova massacre. The military characterized the operation as a targeted strike against the Hamas commander.

Nukhba forces are elite units within Hamas's military wing, typically involved in special operations and cross-border activities. The Israeli military has been conducting ongoing operations in Gaza following the October 7 attacks.

The announcement comes as part of Israel's continued military campaign in Gaza, with Israeli forces targeting what they identify as Hamas military infrastructure and leadership. The IDF has not provided additional details about the specific timing or location of the airstrike that reportedly killed Hamed.