Israel kills Hamas military chief Izz al-Din al-Haddad
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- Israel reported a strike in Gaza City on Friday that killed Izz al-Din al-Haddad, the head of Hamas' military wing.
- Izz al-Din al-Haddad had taken over after the death of former commander Mohammed Sinwar and helped plan the Oct. 7 attacks.
- Haddad's family confirmed his death to the Associated Press on Saturday.
- Ceasefire between Israel and Hamas remains fragile, with disarmament stalled.
Why it matters: Israel weakens Hamas’ command by removing a senior planner, while Hamas loses a key leader; the fragile ceasefire persists, limiting immediate escalation but underscoring stalled disarmament.
