Israeli Forces Say Islamic Jihad Weapons Production Commander Killed in Southern Gaza.

Gaza - July 09, 2026 Israeli forces said an airstrike in southern Gaza killed Rashid al-Qadi, described as a senior figure in Palestinian Islamic Jihad’s weapons production system. According to the provided information, he was involved in efforts to manufacture weapons for the group’s military wing. In a separate strike in northern Gaza, Israeli forces said a Hamas sniper operative was also killed.