Qassam Brigades Target Israeli Forces in Northern Gaza Clashes

On October 21, 2024, Al Jazeera reported significant clashes between the Qassam Brigades, the military wing of Hamas, and the Israeli army in northern Gaza. Exclusive footage showed the destruction of an Israeli troop carrier, which was targeted by an explosive device in the Sheikh Radwan neighborhood of Gaza City. The Qassam Brigades also claimed responsibility for a sniper attack that resulted in the direct hit of an Israeli soldier on a tank, alongside mortar shelling directed at Israeli forces. The previous day, they announced the destruction of an Israeli 'Nimr' armored personnel carrier near Al-Khazindar station and reported the sniping of two Israeli soldiers in Jabalia camp. These actions come amid an ongoing Israeli military operation in the area, which began on October 6, aimed at curbing Hamas's influence. The Gaza Ministry of Interior has cautioned residents against evacuation orders issued by the Israeli army, labeling them as deceptive. The Qassam Brigades have been actively documenting their military operations, showcasing various successful ambushes against Israeli forces, which they claim have resulted in substantial human losses and damage to military vehicles.