Katz also accused Turkish President Erdogan of facilitating the activities of Hamas and the Muslim Brotherhood from Turkish soil. The minister described Hamas members as "murderers and rapists" and alleged that Turkey's support allows the organization to promote terrorism against both Israel and other Muslim nations in the region.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
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Israeli Defense Minister Vows to Eliminate Hamas Chief Khalil al-Hayya
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Israel has eliminated the primary leadership of Hamas within the Gaza Strip and is now expanding its assassination campaign against officials based abroad. Defense Minister Israel Katz stated on Oct. 11 that the head of the group's political bureau, Khalil al-Hayya, is the next target and will be sent to the "depths of hell" to join previously killed leaders such as Ismail Haniyeh.
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