Earlier today, three security incidents were reported by Hebrew media following a raid by the "Rade"/ Detterant" Specialized unit on a security operation aimed at apprehending members of the "Yasser abu shabab" syndicate in eastern Rafah, southern Gaza.
During the operation, IDF troops attempted to rescue the gang members but were ambushed. The attack resulted in the deaths of two soldiers and injuries to three others.
For more information on related coverage, see recent developments regarding the AlQassam Brigades" denial of responsibility for incidents in the Rafah area.
This incident adds to ongoing tensions in the region, where the IDF has recently launched strikes on Hamas targets in Gaza after ceasefire violations, as reported in earlier coverage.
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