https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/idf-strikes-gaza-as-hamas-official-captured-in-reported-raid-by-israel-backed-militiaContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/idf-strikes-gaza-as-hamas-official-captured-in-reported-raid-by-israel-backed-militiahttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/idf-strikes-gaza-as-hamas-official-captured-in-reported-raid-by-israel-backed-militia#u55161Thu, 03 Sep 2026 05:12:03 +0000Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) launched strikes in Gaza, killing at least five people, including children, as a Hamas official was reportedly captured by Israel-backed militia. Gaza medics reported the deaths, with some sources specifying the victims included a 3-year-old boy and three children. The IDF confirmed the strikes were aimed at removing threats to security forces.Why it mattersThe IDF's actions in Gaza are part of an ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas. The strikes have resulted in significant casualties and destruction, with Gaza's death toll reported to have reached