Israeli strike kills top Hamas security official in Gaza

On July 26, 2026, an Israeli air strike on a vehicle in Gaza killed two Hamas security officials, including a top figure named Wael El-Ledawi, according to medics and police. The attack targeted a senior member of the group's security apparatus.

Separately, an Israeli official said the cabinet approved a legal framework for an international stabilization force in Gaza, with around 200 troops from 'friendly' countries. This marks a potential shift in Israel's approach to security in the territory.