Both Hamas and IDF officials confirm the death of Samir Abu Younis, commander of the Rafah Brigade. An Israeli airstrike killed Hamas Rafah brigade commander Samir Abu Younis in southern Gaza. The attack underscores continuing violence despite the October 2025 ceasefire. By Nidal al-Mughrabi and Yomna Ehab Nov 15 (Reuters) - Hamas' armed wing said on Sunday that a senior commander who helped plan and oversee the October 7, 2023, attack on.