IDF strike in northern Gaza kills Nukhba terrorist who held Omer Shem Tov hostage on Oct. 7

An IAF strike in northern Gaza killed Sabai Zaher Abd al-Hamid Abu Hasna, a Hamas Nukhba operative who infiltrated Israel on October 7, helped hold hostage Omer Shem Tov, and was the terrorist Shem Tov was forced to kiss on the head during Hamas's staged February 2025 release ceremony. The IDF said Abu Hasna had planted explosive devices during the war and was planning fresh attacks against Israeli troops when he was eliminated. The operation continues Israel's systematic targeting of October 7 perpetrators, a campaign that has now reached commanders, infiltrators and propaganda handlers alike.