The Israeli army announced on Monday the killing of another prominent leader in Hamas in the Gaza Strip.
In a statement, the army said, “We killed Abdul Fattah Al-Zari’i on Sunday,” describing him as the “Minister of Economy of Hamas.”
The army clarified that Al-Zari’i was “a leader in the manufacturing department of the military wing of Hamas.”
Israel has intensified its strikes on Gaza, increasing the Palestinian death toll to nearly 40,000.
A few days ago, the head of the political wing of Hamas, Ismail Haniyeh, was assassinated in Tehran in an attack attributed to Israel, although it did not claim responsibility.
Recent developments in Gaza and the broader Middle East highlight increasing violence and political instability. Israeli airstrikes have targeted multiple locations in Gaza, resulting in significant casualties, including an attack on a school sheltering displaced persons that killed 15 Palestinians. The death toll in Gaza has reached nearly 40,000 due to ongoing military campaigns.
The situation has further escalated following the assassination of Ismail Haniyeh, the head of Hamas’ political wing, in Tehran. This assassination has been attributed to Israel, although it did not officially claim responsibility. This incident has heightened tensions not only within Gaza but also regionally, involving Iran and Hezbollah.
The conflict has broader implications for regional stability. Israel’s military strategy includes maintaining security control over Gaza, which could mean a prolonged occupation similar to the West Bank model. This approach has drawn criticism and concerns over the humanitarian impact on Gaza’s population, with significant destruction and displacement expected to continue.
Efforts by international actors, including the United States and European countries, aim to de-escalate the situation through diplomatic channels. However, the complex dynamics and deep-rooted conflicts present significant challenges to achieving a lasting peace.
