Israel’s defense minister said on Sunday, August 31, that Hamas spokesman Abu Obeida was killed in Gaza, a day after a targeted strike.
“Hamas terror spokesperson Abu Obeida was eliminated in Gaza,” Minister Israel Katz announced on X, congratulating Israeli security forces “for the flawless execution.”
The IDF also commented on the operation on social media.
Abu Obeida can no longer spread his lies, propaganda and terror.
— Israel Defense Forces (@IDF) August 31, 2025
Earlier, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had confirmed that Abu Obeida had been targeted in Saturday’s strike, but stopped short of confirming his death.


