Israeli authorities announced they have killed a Hamas fighter allegedly involved in the kidnapping of Yarden Bibas, whose family became a symbol of the brutality of the October 7 attack. Yarden Bibas was abducted separately from his wife and two young children, who were later killed in captivity. The military identified Jihad Kamal Salem Najjar as the militant responsible, though independent verification of his identity has not been possible. The announcement comes amid ongoing conflict in Gaza, with mounting pressure on the Israeli government to negotiate a cease-fire and secure the release of remaining hostages. As the humanitarian crisis deepens, divisions within Israel over the war's direction continue to grow.