IDF Eliminates Hamas Terrorist Involved in the Abduction of Col. Asaf Hamami During October 7 Massacre

The IDF announced the elimination of Hussam al-Shafie, a Hamas terrorist who participated in the October 7 attack on Kibbutz Nirim and the abduction of Colonel Asaf Hamami, Staff Sergeant Tomer Ahimas, and Sergeant Kiril Brodski. Israeli forces say he also continued advancing terrorist attacks throughout the war and posed an ongoing threat to IDF troops in southern Gaza.

IDF Targets Hamas Terrorist Linked to October 7 Attack

The Israel Defense Forces announced that Hussam al-Shafie, a terrorist from Hamas' Eastern Khan Yunis Battalion, was eliminated in an airstrike in the southern Gaza Strip on Tuesday.

According to the IDF, al-Shafie played an active role in the October 7 massacre after infiltrating Kibbutz Nirim. During the attack, he participated in the abduction of Colonel Asaf Hamami, Staff Sergeant Tomer Ahimas, and Sergeant Kiril Brodski, all of whom fell during the battle while defending the community.

Intelligence-Led Operation

The strike was carried out following intelligence gathering and operational direction provided by the IDF's Gaza Division (143). Colonel Hamami served as the commander of the Southern Brigade within the Gaza Division, while Staff Sergeant Tomer Ahimas and Sergeant Kiril Brodski served under his command.

Ongoing Terror Activity

The IDF said al-Shafie continued to advance terrorist attacks throughout the war and remained a direct threat to Israeli forces operating in southern Gaza.

Israeli forces operating under the Southern Command remain deployed in the area in accordance with the ceasefire agreement and will continue acting against any immediate threat to Israel's security.

"The IDF will continue to pursue and eliminate terrorists responsible for the October 7 massacre and protect Israeli civilians and troops from ongoing threats."