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Israeli army arrests Hamas military leader – radio

By KUNA

Gaza : The Israeli army arrested Hamas military leader Dawood Jaber early Wednesday morning, the Israeli radio reported.

The Israeli army spokesman told the radio, “The arrest of 6-year wanted suspect Dawood Jaber took place in Tolkarem, northern Gaza Strip.” Israel accuses Jaber of plotting the suicidal bombing of Bark Hotel, five years ago, which resulted in the death of 30 Israelis.

Meanwhile in Gaza Strip, Palestinian Security sources said that militants killed the leader of Jaish Al-Islam (the army of Islam) after kidnapping him yesterday.

Sources said “Mahmoud Basal, the leader of Jaish Al-Islam was kidnapped last night by unidentified militants, who later on killed him and disposed of his body in Nezarim settlement, south Gaza.” Jaish Al-Islam is highly active in Gaza strip, and participated in the capture of an Israeli soldier, and was also accused of kidnapping BBC correspondent Alan Johnston a year ago.