'Israeli' soldier killed in Gaza during clash with Palestinian fighters
According to the IOF, the Palestinian fighters emerged from a tunnel opening in the area in an attempt to capture the soldier, who was operating a military bulldozer. The IOF stated that the soldier resisted the abduction attempt, which resulted in his death.
Late last month, the Al-Qassam Brigades, the armed wing of Hamas, claimed responsibility for a 'special military operation' in Gaza. In a brief statement, the brigades said their fighters successfully targeted an 'Israeli' D9 bulldozer with a powerful explosive device known as a 'Shawaz.'
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