IDF Strikes Hamas Intelligence Leader Shadi Barud

This article was originally titled "IDF and ISA Target Deputy Head of Hamas’ Intelligence Directorate"

Joint IDF and ISA announcement: 
  
Based on precise IDF and ISA intelligence, IDF fighter jets struck the Deputy Head of the Hamas’ Intelligence Directorate, Shadi Barud.
 
In his previous role as the Head of the Fire Control Center in Hamas' Operations Unit, Barud planned the barbaric October 7th attacks together with Yahya Sinwar. Barud had previously served as Hamas' battalion commander in Khan Yunis and was responsible for planning numerous terror attacks against Israeli civilians.
 
Following this, Barud held several positions in Hamas' military intelligence, and was responsible for information security. Until today, he was responsible for intelligence relations for Hamas.
 
Attached is a video of the strike:

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who was Shadi Barud?
A: Shadi Barud was identified as the deputy head of Hamas’ Intelligence Directorate, according to the announcement.

Q: What was his role in Hamas operations?
A: He previously served in multiple senior positions, including roles in operations planning, battalion command, and intelligence functions.

Q: Was he involved in the October 7th attacks?
A: The announcement states he was involved in planning the October 7th attacks alongside senior Hamas leadership.

Q: What did the IDF and ISA do?
A: They conducted a precise airstrike targeting him based on intelligence.

Q: Why was he targeted?
A: He was a senior Hamas intelligence official involved in operational planning and intelligence activity.