Armed Palestinian militants attacked an Israeli military position belonging to the Kfir Brigade in the southern Gaza city of Rafah on Wednesday, according to Israeli media.
The attack triggered clashes in the area, and Israeli army helicopters were deployed to evacuate wounded soldiers. While no official figures have been released, local media reported several casualties among Israeli troops.
The Israeli military said it was investigating the incident and vowed to continue its operations in Rafah, which has been a focal point of fighting in recent weeks. Palestinian sources, meanwhile, described the assault as part of ongoing resistance against Israeli ground forces operating inside Gaza.
The Rafah attack underscores the mounting risks faced by Israeli forces as they press ahead with their campaign, and comes as tensions rise over planned military operations in other parts of Gaza.
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