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STANDARD MILITARY UNVERIFIED

Israel Captures Hamas Internal Security Chief in Gaza City Raid

Sep 01, 2026 01:28 PM CT Gaza City, Gaza Strip Israel,Hamas,Gaza,Special Forces,Arrest,Internal Security

Summary

Israeli Shin Bet special forces conducted a targeted raid in Gaza City, resulting in the capture of Muein al-Arabid, the Hamas internal security chief. This operation demonstrates Israel's continued ability to conduct deep-penetration raids and degrade Hamas's internal security apparatus, though it represents a tactical rather than strategic shift in the broader conflict trajectory.

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Special forces from Shin Bet descend building in Strip, nab Muein al-Arabid in 'bold operation,' PM, military, and security agency say The post Israel confirms capturing Hamas internal security chief in Gaza City raid appeared first on The Times of Israel .

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Israel NEUTRAL

Conducted a special forces raid to capture a high-ranking Hamas official.

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