US says top Hamas leader Marwan Issa killed in Israeli airstrike
Senior Hamas commander Marwan Issa killed by Israeli forces.
- Bilawal Riaz
- 1 min read
Israeli forces have announced the killing of a senior Hamas commander responsible for a deadly attack in October. Marwan Issa, Hamas’s deputy military leader in Gaza and a wanted figure, was reportedly targeted in an Israeli operation. The White House confirmed his death and stated that efforts continue to locate other top Hamas leaders. US President Biden reiterated support for Israel’s security during a call with Prime Minister Netanyahu, warning against a military operation in Gaza’s Rafah that could worsen the humanitarian crisis. Experts note Issa’s demise may not significantly impact Hamas’s military leadership.