In a tragic incident near Gaza City, four brave soldiers from the 931st Battalion of the IDF's Nahal Brigade lost their lives during a combat mission in the Zeitoun neighborhood. The soldiers, all 19-years-old and holding the rank of Sergeant, have been identified as Itay Levni, Yosef Dasa, Armias Mekurio, and Daniel Levy.

According to reports, the incident occurred at around 8:30 a.m. on Friday when the 931st Battalion was engaged in scanning buildings in the area. An explosive device was triggered during the operation, resulting in at least two explosions, inflicting fatal injuries on the four soldiers. Three other soldiers from the same neighborhood were also injured in the attack, their conditions currently unknown.

The IDF wasted no time in mobilizing medical corps forces to provide immediate assistance to the casualties. Despite the dangerous circumstances, a swift evacuation and rescue mission was carried out under hostile fire, exemplifying the IDF's unwavering commitment to its personnel.

Itay Levni hailed from Ramat Hasharon, while Yosef Dasa was a resident of Kiryat Bialik. Armias Mekurio, sadly, called Beersheba home, and Daniel Levy was from Kiryat Motzkin. The loss of these young soldiers has undoubtedly left a profound void in their communities.

Meanwhile, in a separate operation in East Rafah, two soldiers from the 401st Brigade sustained serious injuries. Another soldier suffered minor wounds from anti-tank fire, which targeted an IDF tank involved in a joint mission with the IDF Givati ​​forces to clear the area.

In response to the attack, the IDF swiftly retaliated by targeting and eliminating a terror squad, resulting in the elimination of nine terrorists in the area. Details about the identities and affiliations of the terrorists involved have not been disclosed publicly at this time.

The injured soldiers have been transferred to Soroka Medical Center in Beersheba, where they are receiving necessary medical care. The entire nation stands in support and solidarity with the brave soldiers and their families, as they face this unimaginable tragedy.

The sacrifices made by these soldiers serve as a stark reminder of the ongoing threats and challenges faced by the IDF in defending the nation's security. They will be honored and remembered for their selfless dedication and unwavering commitment to protecting their homeland.

The IDF will continue to remain vigilant in its pursuit of safety and security for its soldiers and citizens alike, with a resolute determination to counter any acts of terror that threaten the lives of its personnel and the peace of the region.