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Israel says it 'eliminated' two Hamas and Islamic Jihad operatives tied to major funding network

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Posted on June 21, 2026

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· Last updated: June 21, 2026

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Israel Eliminates Two Hamas, Islamic Jihad Leaders Behind Major Funding Network

Key Developments in Israeli Military Operations Against Militant Funding

Background of the Operation

DUBAI, June 21 (Reuters) - The Israeli military said on Sunday that they "eliminated" Hussein Qadra and Mohammed Farra, operatives in the military wings of Hamas and Islamic Jihad.

Profiles of the Eliminated Leaders

Qadra, who headed the network with Farra, acted under Hamas leadership and facilitated the transfer of more than half a billion shekels to Hamas, according to an Israeli military X post.

International Reporting and Editorial Oversight

(Reporting by Tala Ramadan, Editing by Louise Heavens)

Key Takeaways

  • The operation targeted key figures in militant financing, highlighting Israel’s ongoing efforts to disrupt terror funding networks.
  • Hamas’s funding structure is complex and global, involving charities, investments, money changers, and overseas front companies, with estimates placing its overall portfolio between US$0.5–1 billion as of 2023.
  • This move is part of a broader Israeli campaign that has previously dismantled other senior fundraisers and financial operatives facilitating transfers through extensive money‑exchange networks.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who were the operatives eliminated by the Israeli military?
Hussein Qadra and Mohammed Farra, members of the military wings of Hamas and Islamic Jihad.
What was Hussein Qadra's role in Hamas?
Qadra headed a major Hamas funding network and facilitated large financial transfers.
How much money did the network allegedly transfer to Hamas?
Over half a billion shekels were transferred through the network.
When did the Israeli military announce the elimination?
The announcement was made on Sunday, June 21.
Who reported and edited the news article?
The article was reported by Tala Ramadan and edited by Louise Heavens.

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