Gaza City: (RightNow) An Israeli airstrike in Gaza has killed senior Hamas commander Izz al-Din al-Baik and another Palestinian. The attack targeted a residential building in the Nasr neighborhood.

According to Palestinian medical officials, the strike hit an apartment building, resulting in at least two fatalities. One injured person later succumbed to their injuries.

Hamas confirmed the death of Izz al-Din al-Baik and accused Israel of violating the ceasefire. Israeli officials stated the strike was part of an ongoing campaign against Hamas.

Israel has intensified attacks against Hamas in recent weeks. The Israeli Prime Minister stated that Hamas was recruiting fighters.

It is noteworthy that a ceasefire was implemented in Gaza in October 2025, but Israeli attacks have not completely ceased. According to the United Nations, 1,390 Palestinians have died since the ceasefire.