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Israeli leadership responded with strong vows of remembrance and resolve. Prime Minister Netanyahu called the fallen “heroic soldiers,” and President Isaac Herzog expressed grief over the loss.
The attack was part of a recent surge in violence, bringing the IDF’s death toll to 440 since the conflict reignited nearly 20 months ago. The recent incident involved coordinated attacks, including anti-tank missiles and rocket-propelled grenades.
Diplomatic Developments:
- Meanwhile, there are indications of progress toward a ceasefire. President Trump suggested “great progress” was being made, with reports from Qatar and Egypt highlighting intensified negotiations mediated by those countries.