Mu'in al-Arabid, the head of Hamas's internal security apparatus who was captured by Shin Bet operatives, is sedated and on mechanical ventilation after being shot in the thigh during the operation, The Zioneer reports. The Shin Bet is demanding medical teams keep him alive, citing his value as a critical intelligence asset.
The condition of Mu'in al-Arabid, the captured head of Hamas's internal security mechanism, has deteriorated sharply. Al-Arabid, who was shot in the thigh during his apprehension by Shin Bet operatives, is now sedated and on mechanical ventilation, The Zioneer reports. Shin Bet officials consider him a vital intelligence asset and are demanding that medical teams take all measures to keep him alive.
The capture itself, which occurred in central Gaza City on September 1, was the culmination of a months-long undercover operation in which Israeli personnel reportedly posed as humanitarian aid workers. The operation was hailed as a major intelligence breakthrough. Al-Arabid's knowledge of Hamas's command structure and its hostage concealment network is considered critical.
The extent of al-Arabid's injuries and his long-term prognosis remain unclear. Israeli security officials have not officially commented on the report.
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