The Ghosts of Gaza: A Deadly Web of Terror and Retaliation The killing of Izz al Din al Haddad, a top Hamas commander involved in planning the October 7 attacks on Israel, marks another chapter in the never ending cycle of violence in the Middle East.
His death is not surprising to those who have been following the war in Gaza, as he was a key figure in Hamas' efforts to rehabilitate its capabilities and hold onto power.
As the head of Hamas' military wing, Haddad surrounded himself with hostages to prevent his elimination, according to the Israeli army's assertion.