An Israeli military operation targeting a senior Hamas figure in Gaza may have failed, according to Israeli media reports.

The reports said the Israeli military carried out a strike in an attempt to eliminate a senior Hamas leader, but there was no immediate confirmation that the target had been killed.

Israeli officials have not publicly confirmed the identity of the Hamas figure targeted in the operation. Hamas has also not officially announced whether any senior member of its leadership was killed or injured in the reported strike.

The development comes as Israel continues military operations in Gaza amid ongoing efforts to secure a ceasefire and negotiate the release of hostages.

Israeli forces have repeatedly targeted senior Hamas commanders and political figures during the conflict, arguing that eliminating the group’s leadership is central to weakening its military capabilities.

Hamas has continued to operate in parts of Gaza despite extensive Israeli military action and the killing of several senior figures since the conflict began.

The latest report highlights the uncertainty surrounding Israel’s targeted operations in Gaza, where information about casualties and the status of Hamas leaders can be difficult to verify independently.

Further confirmation from Israeli authorities or Hamas could clarify whether the reported assassination attempt succeeded.