The Isadcrael Defense Forces (IDF) has announced the killing of Osama Tabash, head of Hamas’ military in southern Gaza, during an airstrike on Thursday, March 20.

In a statement on X on Friday, March 21, the IDF said, “Head of Hamas’ Military Intelligence in Southern Gaza and Head of Hamas’ Surveillance and Targeting Unit, Osama Tabash. Tabash held various senior positions in Hamas, including battalion commander in the Khan Yunis Brigade.”

“Tabash held various senior positions in Hamas, including a battalion commander in the Khan Yunis Brigade.”