Israel says it killed 'central figure' in Syria behind Hamas rocket fire

Israel's military said on Monday it killed a central figure in Syria who was responsible for Hamas rocket attacks against Israel.

"The IDF eliminated Hassan Hakashah in Beit Jinn in Syria. He was a central figure responsible for rockets fired by Hamas from Syrian territory toward Israel in recent weeks," the military said.

"We will not allow terrorism from Syrian territory and hold Syria responsible for all activity emanating from its territory."