Elusive Commander Behind Biggest Hamas Operation? How Mohammed Deif Has Evaded Israel For Decades

Palestinian militant organisation Hamas’s multi-pronged raid on October 7 took Israel by surprise. Hamas and a smaller group named Islamic Jihad also brought more than 130 people from inside Israel into Gaza as captives. The “Operation Al-Aqsa Storm” was announced by Mohammed Deif, the “shadowy” leader of the Hamas’s armed wing. According to Deif, the operation was launched in response to the “16-year blockade of Gaza, the Israeli occupation”. He also cited Israeli raids inside West Bank, violence at Al Aqsa, increasing attacks by settlers and the growth of settlements. But little is known about Deif himself, who is often described as a “shadowy” figure. Watch this video to know more about the mastermind behind Hamas’ attack on Israel. #MohammedDeif #Israel #Hamas #Gaza #WestBank #Palestine #Fatah #WorldNews 00:00 - Hamas’ Military Wing Leader Mastermind of Israel Attack 1:24 - Who is Mohammed Deif? 2:42 - Deif’s Early Life 3:27 - Deif’s Role in Hamas n18oc_world n18oc_crux CRUX is your daily video news guide to the big events that are shaping our world. We track news, geopolitics, diplomacy and defence strategies and explain how they shape national policies. Crux makes sense of global developments, and analyses their impact on daily lives. Follow CRUX on Telegram: Follow CRUX on Instagram (@): Follow CRUX on Facebook: #GetCloserToTheNews with latest headlines on politics, sports and entertainment on Also watch: Crux Decode: Crux : Crux Most Watched: