Based on precise IDF and ISA intelligence, IDF fighter jets struck three senior Hamas operatives in its Daraj Tuffah Battalion. The terrorists had participated in previous attacks against Israel.
The terrorists targeted were:
- Batallion Commander, Rifaat Abbas
- Batallion Deputy Commander, Ibrahim Jadba
- Combat Support Commander, Tarek Maarouf
The Daraj Tuffah Battalion is a battalion in Hamas’ Gaza City Brigade, which is considered the most significant brigade of the Hamas terrorist organization. The battalion's operatives played a significant role in the invasion and murderous attack against Israel on October 7th.