The Al-Qassam Brigades, the military wing of Hamas, released footage today showing a sniper operation targeting an Israeli soldier in northern Gaza City. This incident occurred shortly after the group announced the operation, highlighting their ongoing military activities amid the current conflict. The footage captures two Israeli soldiers on a rooftop in the Al-Tawam area, where a Qassam sniper successfully hit one soldier, causing him to fall.
The Qassam Brigades have emphasized the effectiveness of their locally-made Qassam al-Ghoul rifle, which boasts a lethal range of up to 2,000 meters. Since the onset of the current conflict, the group has reported conducting numerous sniper missions, with 57 operations confirmed as of February 22, leading to significant casualties among Israeli forces. The exact total of operations remains unclear, but the group has continued to document their military engagements against Israeli forces, particularly since the ground operations began on October 27, 2023.
In addition to sniper operations, the Al-Qassam Brigades have executed ambushes against Israeli troops, resulting in considerable human losses and damage to military vehicles. These actions are part of their broader strategy to counter the Israeli military presence in the region.
