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Israel Kills Hamas Financial Official in Lebanon Airstrike

Published March 22, 2026, 14:11
Israel Kills Hamas Financial Official in Lebanon Airstrike

The Israeli military and Shin Bet announced the killing of Walid Muhammad Dhib, a senior Hamas official, in an airstrike in Lebanon last week. Dhib was responsible for transferring funds to various Hamas departments, including those in Lebanon and the West Bank, as well as for recruiting and directing terrorist activity from Syria and Lebanon. The joint statement did not reveal details about the location or date of the strike. Dhib's elimination is part of ongoing Israeli operations against Hamas, aimed at weakening its financial infrastructure and operational capabilities. This particular strike highlights the increasing tension in the region and Israel's efforts to counter the Hamas threat beyond its borders.