The Israeli army announced on Saturday the death of one of its soldiers during clashes that occurred in the Gaza sector. The serviceman was killed as a result of a confrontation with militants during operations in the Gaza sector. Police and army began investigating the circumstances surrounding the soldier's death. "We are deeply saddened by the loss of our soldier. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of the deceased," said a spokesperson for the Israeli army. According to Israeli military sources, operations in the Gaza sector began in response to rocket attacks from Palestinian territories. Since then, intense fighting continues between Israelis and Palestinian militants.
