The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) intervened in an internal conflict in Khan Yunis on October 4th, 2025, between Hamas operatives and the Almada clan, according to an IDF admission and reporting from Doron Kadosh. The IDF launched an airstrike against Hamas forces attacking the Almada clan, which had previously clashed with Hamas, resulting in casualties and kidnappings on both sides. This intervention occurred amidst ongoing efforts to secure a ceasefire, with anti-Hamas militias expressing commitment to President Trump's proposal for ending the war in Gaza. The IDF's intervention involved an assault on Hamas operatives who were reportedly conducting a planned and organized action against the Almada clan, aiming to eliminate some of its senior members. Hamas operatives were positioned around clan houses in Khan Yunis and attacked with RPGs and other weaponry. The IDF's formal notice stated they intervened in favor of the Almada walls, attacking Hamas from the air. This development follows reports from the previous hour detailing Israeli raids in Gaza City and a strategic shift by the IDF towards defensive operations. Information regarding Hamas's operational methods was also highlighted, detailing their organized approach to raids in Khan Yunis, including charts of target houses, command registrations, and battle procedures. This internal conflict and the IDF's response occurred as President Trump's proposal for ending the war in Gaza gained support from anti-Hamas militias, who stated they would "exert utmost to ensure the success" of the White House plan while continuing to battle Hamas. Previously, early on October 4th, 2025, between 3:04 AM and 4:04 AM UTC, Israeli raids targeted several areas in Gaza City. These raids were reported despite a directive for the IDF to shift to defensive operations and halt the occupation of Gaza City. A senior Israeli official had confirmed that the campaign for Gaza City's occupation was staged and arrested, with a focus on defensive actions. This strategic shift followed President Trump's call for an immediate cessation of bombing in Gaza to facilitate hostage release.
