Gaza: The armed wing of Hamas, Al-Qassam Brigades, has confirmed the death of one of its key commanders, Zahi Yasser Abd al-Razek Oufi, along with seven other fighters in an Israeli attack on the West Bank town of Tulkaram. This announcement was made by Hamas on Friday, emphasizing that Israel “must pay the price for its criminal acts.”
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) announced on Thursday night that it had successfully targeted and killed Oufi, a pivotal figure in the Hamas network. According to the IDF, Oufi was responsible for planning and leading the car bombing in Ateret on September 2nd.
In a related development, the Palestinian Health Ministry reported that at least 18 Palestinians were killed and many others injured in an Israeli airstrike on the Tulkaram refugee camp in the West Bank on Thursday. This incident has further intensified the already volatile situation in the region.
Zahi Yasser Abd al-Razek Oufi was a key commander within Hamas’ armed wing, the Al-Qassam Brigades. He played a significant role in the Hamas network in the West Bank, particularly in Tulkarm. Oufi was known for his involvement in planning and executing various attacks against Israeli targets.
One of his notable actions was the attempted car bombing in Ateret on September 2, 2024. He was also responsible for supplying weapons to numerous militants and was reportedly planning another imminent attack in the West Bank. His activities made him a high-priority target for the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and Shin Bet, leading to the airstrike that killed him and seven other fighters.
The airstrike that resulted in Oufi’s death was one of the deadliest in the West Bank in recent years, with at least 18 Palestinians killed and many others injured. This incident has further escalated tensions in the region, with both sides exchanging accusations and threats.
