Israel Kills Hamas Leader Muhammad Shaheen in Sidon Airstrike

In a significant military operation, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and the Israeli Security Agency (ISA) conducted a precision airstrike in Sidon, Lebanon, killing Muhammad Shaheen, the head of Hamas' Operations Department. Shaheen was reportedly involved in planning attacks against Israeli civilians with support from Iran, making him a key target for Israeli forces. This incident marks one of the deepest Israeli incursions into Lebanon since a ceasefire with Hezbollah, raising tensions in the region. Following the strike, Lebanese officials condemned Israel's actions, citing numerous violations of the ceasefire agreement and warning of potential escalation. Concurrently, Israeli forces re-entered southern Lebanese territories, further complicating the fragile situation. Prime Minister Netanyahu's government has emphasized the necessity of targeting significant figures within Hamas as part of its ongoing security strategy.