Hamas Naval Commander Killed in Israeli Airstrike; Ceasefire Talks Advance

Ramzi Ramadan Abd Ali Saleh, the commander of Hamas’ Naval Force in the northern Gaza Strip, was killed in an Israeli airstrike in Gaza City, according to the IDF on Sunday. The IDF indicated that Saleh was a significant operative within Hamas, actively involved in plotting maritime attacks against Israeli forces. The airstrike also resulted in the deaths of Hisham Ayman Atiya Mansour and Nissim Muhammad Suleiman Abu Sabha. The IDF highlighted the use of precision weaponry and precautions taken to minimize civilian harm. This event occurred as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu prepared to travel to Washington. Media sources report a potential 60-day ceasefire, including the release of hostages and bodies, in return for Palestinian prisoners. The US, Egypt, and Qatar are expected to oversee the agreement.