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Nov 21, 2025 · Cgkik

Hamas Navy head, engineer of Khan Yunis tunnel network killed in Gaza, IDF confirms

According to the IDF, Wednesday’s strikes also targeted Hamas infrastructure and operatives across several sites in Gaza.

Abdallah Abu Shamala, head of Hamas’s Navy in Gaza, and Fadi Abu Mustafa, a senior tunnel engineer in the Khan Yunis Brigade, were killed during IDF strikes on Wednesday, the military confirmed in a joint statement with the Shin Bet (Israel Security Agency) on Thursday.

The operation followed Hamas’s violation of the ceasefire agreement and was guided by joint intelligence. According to the IDF and ISA, Abu Mustafa also took part in holding hostages captive, including Nimrod Cohen and David Cunio.

Abu Shamala advanced attacks against Israeli forces and maritime targets throughout the war, according to the IDF.

According to the IDF , Wednesday’s strikes also targeted Hamas infrastructure and operatives across several sites in Gaza.

Smoke rises from Gaza following an explosion, as seen from Israel, May 16, 2025. (credit: REUTERS/AMMAR AWAD)

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