The Israeli army stated in a report that the operation resulted in the death of Mohammad Washah, nicknamed ‘Abu Khalil,’ the head of the military security branch of the ‘Popular Front’ organization in Syria. It explained that the operation was carried out last Thursday evening based on precise intelligence information, noting that Washah is considered a prominent leader in the organization, according to their statement.
The report added that Washah was responsible for coordinating cooperation with other armed Palestinian organizations and was leading military activities directed against Israeli targets. According to the Israeli army statement, the ‘Popular Front’ has a long history of operations against Israeli targets both inside and outside the country.
The Israeli army also affirmed its continued targeting of anyone planning or executing operations against Israel.
