For the first time, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and the Shin Bet security agency have publicly confirmed the existence of a dedicated special mission aimed at hunting down and killing every participant involved in the Hamas-led invasion of Israel on October 7, 2023. The operation is being carried out by a specialized unit referred to as 'Nili.'

According to reports, the unit is employing a multifaceted approach to locate the individuals involved in the attacks. This strategy includes the use of facial recognition software, artificial intelligence, and data gathered from the interrogation of detainees. Additionally, the unit is relying on 'humint,' or human intelligence, to track the movements and identities of those who participated in the massacre and the subsequent abductions.

While the military has previously conducted various operations in response to the October 7 events, this specific acknowledgment marks the first time the existence of a unit with the singular, explicit mandate of targeting all participants has been formally confirmed by Israeli authorities. The operation represents a significant component of Israel's broader military response to the events of that day, focusing on accountability for the specific individuals who crossed the border and engaged in violence.