The Israeli military has announced the results of four months of operations in northern Gaza, claiming that more than 100 Palestinian militants were killed, approximately eight kilometres of underground tunnels were neutralised and numerous facilities allegedly used by armed groups were dismantled.
The announcement formed part of a series of military updates covering operations in Gaza, the occupied West Bank and southern Lebanon, where Israeli forces reported additional arrests, the discovery of explosives and an operation targeting a Hamas commander accused of involvement in hostage captivity.
Israeli authorities also announced raids against two charitable organisations in the West Bank, alleging that the groups maintained financial and operational connections with Hamas and the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine (PFLP).
The military presented the operations as efforts to disrupt armed organisations and prevent further attacks, although several allegations concerning the individuals and institutions targeted have not been independently verified.
Israeli Forces Claim More Than 100 Militants Killed During Four-Month Northern Gaza Campaign
According to the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), more than 100 alleged militants were killed during a four-month military campaign in northern Gaza.
The military said some of those killed had participated in the October 7, 2023, attacks on Israel, during which Hamas-led fighters crossed the border and attacked Israeli communities and military positions.
Israeli officials did not provide a complete list of the individuals killed or disclose how many were allegedly involved in the October 7 assault.
The statement also did not specify the total number of military engagements conducted during the four-month period.
The figures represent the Israeli military’s account of the campaign, and independent confirmation of the number and identities of those killed was not available in the supplied information.
Eight Kilometres of Underground Tunnels Reportedly Destroyed or Disabled
A major component of the northern Gaza campaign involved operations against underground tunnel networks.
The IDF reported that approximately eight kilometres of tunnels associated with Palestinian armed groups had been neutralised.
Israel has repeatedly identified underground infrastructure as a significant military challenge because tunnels can be used for movement, concealment, storage and other operational activities.
The military also reported dismantling numerous additional sites described as militant infrastructure.
However, the latest statement did not identify the precise locations of the tunnels, explain the methods used to disable them or provide a detailed assessment of the facilities destroyed.
The operations form part of Israel’s continuing efforts to weaken the operational capabilities of armed groups in Gaza.
Israeli Security Forces Raid Two Charitable Organisations in Ramallah and Yatta
In the occupied West Bank, Israeli security forces reported completing two targeted operations against charitable organisations accused of maintaining links to Palestinian armed groups.
The raids took place in Ramallah and Yatta, where Israeli authorities alleged that the organisations were being used as offices supporting Hamas and the PFLP.
Five individuals accused of collaborating with the two groups were arrested during the operations.
The military described the organisations as illegal and alleged that their activities extended beyond humanitarian assistance into financial and organisational support for armed groups.
The statement did not disclose whether formal charges had been filed against the five detainees or identify the specific evidence obtained during the raids.
Addameer Accused of Receiving Militant Funding and Supporting PFLP Prisoners
One of the organisations identified in the Israeli military statement was the Addameer association, which provides legal assistance to Palestinian prisoners and detainees.
Israeli authorities alleged that the organisation received funds linked to militant activities and provided legal services to imprisoned PFLP members.
The military presented these alleged connections as part of a broader relationship between certain civil society organisations and Palestinian armed groups.
However, providing legal representation to prisoners does not, by itself, establish participation in militant activity.
The allegations concerning the organisation’s funding and operational connections were not accompanied by independently verifiable evidence in the supplied statement.
The organisation’s response to the latest accusations was not included in the material provided.
Islamic Association for the Care of Orphans Accused of Transferring Money to Hamas
The second organisation identified by Israeli authorities was the Islamic Association for the Care of Orphans.
According to the IDF, the association transferred funds to Hamas and provided financial assistance to families of militants and prisoners.
Israeli officials further alleged that the association’s director and other senior personnel were Hamas members who had previously served prison sentences.
The military did not disclose the amount of money allegedly transferred, the dates of the transactions or the financial institutions involved.
It also remained unclear whether the organisation’s alleged financial activities were the subject of separate criminal proceedings.
The allegations raise questions about the distinction between humanitarian assistance to families and financial support for armed organisations, an issue that requires examination of the purpose and recipients of any payments.
Israeli Troops Discover Explosive Device and Weapons Near Kfar Shouba in Southern Lebanon
In a separate operation announced on October 14, Israeli forces reported discovering an explosive device and additional weapons on the outskirts of Kfar Shouba in southern Lebanon.
The military said the explosive device was ready for detonation and had been found alongside a position and other equipment allegedly used by Hezbollah.
Israeli soldiers confiscated the device during an operation intended to locate and identify militant infrastructure in the area.
The IDF did not provide details about the type of explosive, its intended target or whether anyone was arrested during the operation.
The discovery was presented as evidence of continued security threats near the Israel-Lebanon border.
The circumstances surrounding the weapons and their alleged connection to Hezbollah have not been independently established.
Hamas Commander Accused of Involvement in Hostage Captivity Killed in Gaza
Israeli forces also announced the killing of Momen Ahmad Salameh Ay, whom the military identified as a commander in Hamas’ armed wing.
According to the IDF, he served as an aide to commanders within the Hamas Gaza Brigade and participated in holding hostages in the Gaza City area.
The military further alleged that he had recently been involved in planning attacks against Israeli civilians and soldiers.
Israeli authorities accused him of attempting to rebuild Hamas’ military capabilities in violation of existing ceasefire arrangements.
The IDF said the operation was conducted to remove the threat it believed he posed.
The statement did not specify the location or method of the strike, whether other people were killed or injured, or provide independent evidence of his alleged involvement in hostage captivity.
Five Suspects Arrested in West Bank Over Alleged Attack Plot and Arms Trafficking
Additional security operations in the West Bank resulted in the arrests of five suspects, according to an Israeli military update issued on October 13.
Four individuals described as Palestinian Islamic Jihad members were detained in Qabatiya and Arraba, two communities in the northern West Bank.
Israeli authorities alleged that the suspects were preparing an attack, although the intended target, timing and method were not disclosed.
In a separate operation in the Beit Rima area, security forces arrested another wanted individual accused of involvement in weapons trafficking.
The military did not identify the five suspects or disclose whether weapons, explosives or other evidence were recovered during the arrests.
It also remained unclear whether the alleged attack plot was connected to the arms trafficking investigation.
Israeli Operations Raise Fresh Questions Over Ceasefire Compliance and Regional Security
The military announcements come amid continuing disputes over security arrangements and ceasefire compliance in Gaza and along Israel’s northern border.
Israel has accused Hamas and other armed groups of attempting to restore military capabilities and prepare further attacks despite efforts to reduce hostilities.
The latest operations also demonstrate the geographical scope of Israeli security activity, extending from northern Gaza to Palestinian communities in the West Bank and areas of southern Lebanon.
While Israeli authorities maintain that the operations are necessary to address security threats, the continued use of military force and the targeting of civil society organisations raise questions about civilian protection, due process and the implementation of ceasefire commitments.
The arrests involving charitable organisations may also attract scrutiny over the evidence supporting allegations that humanitarian institutions were involved in financing or facilitating militant activities.
More Than 100 Reported Deaths and Multiple Arrests Mark Latest Israeli Military Updates
Taken together, the announcements describe a four-month military campaign in northern Gaza, the reported killing of a Hamas commander, operations against two West Bank organisations and the discovery of weapons near the Lebanese border.
The IDF claims its forces killed more than 100 alleged militants, disabled approximately eight kilometres of tunnels and dismantled numerous sites associated with armed groups.
Separately, Israeli security forces reported arresting five individuals during the charity-related raids and another five suspects during operations targeting an alleged attack plot and weapons trafficking.
The military has presented these activities as part of its broader effort to prevent attacks and disrupt the capabilities of Hamas, Palestinian Islamic Jihad, the PFLP and Hezbollah.
However, the full circumstances of the operations, the identities and roles of those killed, and the allegations against the detained individuals and charitable organisations remain subject to independent verification.
The information in this report is based on statements released by the Israel Defense Forces between October 13 and October 15, 2026.
