The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) announced on Saturday that they have killed Rateb Abu Sahiban, the commander of Hamas’ naval forces within the Gaza City Brigade. Abu Sahiban was involved in planning and leading an infiltration attempt via the sea on October 24, which was stopped by Israeli Navy forces. Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari, IDF Spokesman, confirmed that ground forces are actively conducting operations in Gaza as the military is advancing in the stages of the war.