The IAF on Friday struck and eliminated the terrorist Hossam Mansour, a platoon commander in Hamas' Internal Security Forces.

The IDF Spokesperson's Unit stated that Hossam was an operative of Hamas' Military Wing, previously held a significant role in the Internal Security Forces, and took a substantial part in preserving and perpetuating Hamas' terror activities throughout the Gaza Strip.

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