Fierce internal clashes erupted in Khan Yunis today, October 3rd, between Hamas' elite SAHM unit and the Al-Mujaida clan, resulting in the deaths of between 11 and 22 Hamas fighters. The fighting began after Hamas forces, reportedly operating from Nasser Hospital, raided a tent belonging to the Al-Mujaida family, killing several members. In response, Al-Mujaida fighters counterattacked, capturing five Hamas operatives alive, with negotiations reportedly underway for their release. Reports also indicate that the Al-Mujaida family seized Hamas vehicles and found instruction sheets for ambushes against IDF forces. This significant internal confrontation in Khan Yunis, a former Hamas stronghold, occurs amid growing public frustration in Gaza, particularly following reports of Hamas rejecting a recent ceasefire proposal. The incident marks one of the most significant internal confrontations in Gaza in recent memory. The Al-Mujaida family's actions follow earlier IDF reports of destroying five Hamas vehicles originating from Nasser Hospital that were en route to attack the Al-Majayda neighborhood. Earlier this morning, the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) reported destroying five Hamas vehicles that had departed from Nasser Hospital and were heading towards the Al Majayda neighborhood in Khan Yunis to carry out attacks. Separately, a 12-year-old Gazan child, Aseel Qudieh, was reportedly killed by Hamas operatives during attacks on the Al Majayda family. Documents recovered from Hamas militias reportedly revealed a plan to execute the family. In other developments, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu stated today that TikTok is the "most important" weapon in securing Israel's right-wing support, highlighting its significance alongside X (formerly Twitter). Separately, European Parliament Member Rima Hassan and activist Greta Thunberg arrived at Ashdod Port this morning and are facing questioning by the Israeli Population Authority ahead of their potential deportation. The final vessel of the Sumud Gaza Flotilla, the Marinette, was intercepted by the Israeli Navy earlier this morning after experiencing mechanical issues. Germany, with assistance from Israel's Mossad, apprehended three suspected Hamas operatives on Wednesday in Germany, disrupting a terrorist cell planning attacks against Israeli and Jewish targets. The operation, spanning multiple countries, also led to the discovery of weapons caches and the arrest of additional suspects across Europe. The Prime Minister's Office confirmed the operation on behalf of Mossad this morning. This follows an incident earlier this morning, between 8:05 AM and 8:35 AM UTC, where the Israeli military reported killing two Hamas operatives in Gaza City after approaching Kfir Brigade troops.
