Israel's Air Force Announces Elimination of Ali Qadhi, Hamas Commander Behind October 7 Cross-Border Attack. The strike, carried out by a drone, was the result of extensive intelligence efforts by Israel's Shin Bet security agency and Military Intelligence Directorate. According to the Israeli military, Ali Qadhi held the position of company commander within Hamas' 'Nukhba' (elite) commando force.

In parallel developments, reports indicate that the United States has been collaborating with Egypt, Israel, and Qatar to facilitate a five-hour opening of the Rafah border crossing on October 14. These efforts have included engagement with Palestinian-Americans in Gaza, resulting in an agreement to permit the exit of foreign nationals through the Rafah border crossing on the specified date.