In an unusual move today (Thursday), the IDF Arabic-language spokesperson, Col. Avichay Adraee, released a detailed intelligence map exposing the locations of three senior Hamas terrorists in the heart of the civilian area of Deir al-Balah, in central Gaza.
Civilian Infrastructure in the Service of Terror
The map clearly marks four civilian sites: a college, a mosque, a hospital, and the Deir al-Balah municipality. According to the report, three Hamas cell commanders—including the head of a Nukhba unit—are hiding in this area.
“Expel the Terrorists from Among You”
The IDF spokesperson urged Palestinian civilians to stay away from areas where Hamas operates, stating: “Hamas is using your civilian infrastructure for terrorism—we call on you to expel the terrorists from among you and to distance yourselves from Hamas operatives.”
According to IDF sources, the disclosure is intended as a preemptive warning of potential military action and to increase public pressure on Hamas, making it clear that the army will not permit the use of civilian sites as shelters for terrorists.
#عاجل ‼️ إلى سكان دير البلح هذا تحذير من عناصر حماس المختبئة بينكم!
⭕️الصورة المرفقة تُظهر طريقة عمل عناصر حماس الإرهابية في منطقتكم حيث يستخدمون البنى التحتية المدنية لديكم ويتموضعون في محيطكم.
⭕️تستغل حماس البنى التحتية المدنية والموارد الخاصة بكم لصالح أنشطتها الإرهابية… pic.twitter.com/ED4hiBD4KK— افيخاي ادرعي (@AvichayAdraee) May 22, 2025
“A Dangerous Combat Zone”
Earlier today, Col. Avichay Adraee also issued a broad evacuation warning to northern Gaza: “The IDF is operating with great force in your area. The terror organizations continue to carry out attacks nearby. Therefore, the IDF will expand its activity in your region to eliminate these groups. The area you are in is a dangerous combat zone. These terror groups have brought disaster upon you. For your safety, move immediately southward.”
