Hudhayfah Samir Abdullah al-Kahlout Abu Ubaida

Known by his nom de guerre, Abu Ubaida, he is a senior commander and spokesperson for the Izz al-Din al-Qassam Brigades, the military wing of Hamas. Abu Ubaida has been the public face of Hamas’s military operations and communications, delivering key messages during various conflicts with Israel. His identity has been carefully protected, and he often appears masked in public statements, symbolizing his role in maintaining the operational secrecy of the Brigades. His leadership has been critical during major clashes, such as the 2014 and 2021 Gaza-Israel conflicts.