Based on precise IDF and ISA intelligence, IDF fighter jets struck three senior Hamas operatives in its Daraj Tuffah Battalion. The terrorists had participated in previous attacks against Israel. The terrorists targeted were: - Batallion Commander, Rifaat Abbas - Batallion Deputy Commander, Ibrahim Jadba - Combat Support Commander, Tarek Maarouf The Daraj Tuffah Battalion is a battalion in Hamas’ Gaza City Brigade, which is considered the most significant brigade of the Hamas terrorist organization. The battalion's operatives played a significant role in the invasion and murderous attack against Israel on October 7th. It was reported earlier today (Thursday) that the IDF and ISA had killed the Deputy Head of Hamas’ Intelligence Directorate, who was responsible for planning the October 7th massacre together with Yahya Sinwar Based on precise IDF and ISA intelligence, IDF fighter jets struck the Deputy Head of the Hamas’ Intelligence Directorate, Shadi Barud. In his previous role as the Head of the Fire Control Center in Hamas' Operations Unit, Barud planned the barbaric October 7th attacks in which 1,400 Israelis were murdered and over 200 taken captive together with Yahya Sinwar, Hamas' Gaza leader. Barud had previously served as Hamas' battalion commander in Khan Yunis and was responsible for planning numerous terror attacks against Israeli civilians. Following this, Barud held several positions in Hamas' military intelligence, and was responsible for information security. Until today, he was responsible for intelligence relations for Hamas.
