The IDF has yet to confirm the specific munition used in the attack but stated their investigation is ongoing. They suggested a secondary explosion may have ignited fires that caused additional casualties.
Israel says it is carrying out limited operations in eastern Rafah along the Gaza-Egypt border, as the United States and other allies of Israel have warned against a full-fledged offensive in the city.
Staff Sgt. Eliya Hilel and Staff Sgt. Diego Shvisha Harsaj were killed in the ramming attack and Staff Sgt. Yedidya Azugi was killed in Gaza.
In an interview with Bari Weiss, the American comedian recalls his visit to Israel post-Hamas’ massacre and struggles to find words to describe the “most powerful experience” of his life.
In the incident of their falling, an officer and two additional soldiers from the 50th Battalion in the Nahal Brigade were seriously injured.
The former Republican governor and presidential hopeful spoke with Israel Hayom after visiting the communities in southern Israel that came under attack on Oct. 7, showing her support for the Jewish state. In the interview, she slams the Biden administration for turning its back on Israel by withholding weapons, saying "the best thing America can do is let Israel do its job."
Sources familiar with the operation allege that several years ago, then-Mossad Director Yossi Cohen attempted to threaten the ICC chief at the time Fatou Bensouda or enlist her as someone "who would cooperate with Israel's demands", according to The Guardian. His activities were reportedly authorized at the highest levels, justified by the perceived threat of prosecutions against Israeli military personnel.
As the conflict raged for its 235th day, the onslaught on Rafah, which is Hamas' last main stronghold, appears to be entering its critical stages.
Lena, Irina and Sapir were freed after 54 days in captivity, but Sasha remains held in the Gaza Strip. The Troufanov family immigrated to Israel from Russia about 25 years ago and settled in Nir Oz.
Pontiff reportedly uses the derogatory Italian term "frociaggine" in a recent meeting with bishops.