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STANDARD MILITARY UNVERIFIED

IDF and Shin Bet eliminate Hamas military security chief linked to hostage kidnappings

Jul 03, 2026 06:11 AM CT Gaza Strip Israel,Hamas,Targeted Killing,Gaza,Hostages,Shin Bet,IDF

Summary

Israeli military and intelligence forces conducted a targeted operation resulting in the death of Muhammad Naim Jandia, head of military security for Hamas's Shajaiyah Battalion. Jandia was implicated in the kidnapping of Israeli Captain Daniel Perez during the October 7 attacks. This operation represents a continuation of Israel's targeted strikes against Hamas leadership and operatives involved in the initial assault, maintaining pressure on the group's command structure.

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Muhammad Naim Jandia had been the head of military security for Hamas's Shajaiyah Battalion and had taken part in the kidnapping of Captain Daniel Perez during the massacre.

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T3 Jerusalem Post
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Actor Responses

Israel NEUTRAL

Conducted joint IDF and Shin Bet operation to kill a senior Hamas operative responsible for hostage kidnappings.

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