Hezbollah’s Communication chief Rashid Saqafi eliminated: Israel Defence Forces

IDF kills Hezbollah communication chief Rashid Saqafi: The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have announced the successful elimination of Mohammad Rashid Saqafi, the communication chief of Hezbollah. This development is part of Israel's ongoing efforts to target key figures within the militant organization, with Saqafi identified as a significant player in Hezbollah’s communication networks.

IDF claims he was killed in a strategic strike

According to the IDF, the Israeli Air Force (IAF) carried out a precise, intelligence-driven operation in the Beirut area on Thursday, resulting in Saqafi's death. As a senior figure within Hezbollah since 2000, Saqafi played a pivotal role in developing and maintaining the group's communication capabilities. His expertise allowed him to maintain close ties with other senior Hezbollah leaders.

🔴Mohammad Rashid Sakafi, the Commander of Hezbollah’s Communications Unit, during a precise, intelligence-based strike in Beirut yesterday.

Sakafi was a senior Hezbollah terrorist, who was responsible for the communications unit since 2000. Sakafi invested significant efforts… pic.twitter.com/PH65nh5FLI

— Israel Defense Forces (@IDF) October 4, 2024

JUST IN: Mohammad Rashid Sakafi, the Commander of Hezbollah’s Communications Unit may have been the target of yesterday’s Israeli bombing pic.twitter.com/uNNGINk6Se

— Sulaiman Ahmed (@ShaykhSulaiman) October 4, 2024

Importance of communication networks

The communications unit led by Saqafi was crucial for the uninterrupted flow of information across Hezbollah’s various operations. This unit is responsible for establishing, managing, and utilizing communication networks, which are vital for both routine activities and emergency situations. Saqafi’s work in this area earned him considerable respect within the organization, underscoring the impact of his elimination on Hezbollah's operational effectiveness.