At least five Israeli Occupation Forces (IOF) soldiers were killed and several others critically injured in a major security incident in the southern Gaza Strip city of Khan Younis, according to reports from Zionist media sources. The casualties reportedly stemmed from an explosion inside a booby-trapped building, believed to be deliberately rigged by Palestinian resistance fighters.
The explosion targeted an elite unit of the IOF that had been operating in the area as part of ongoing military activities. Witnesses and local sources reported that the building collapsed immediately following the detonation, which appeared to have been meticulously planned in advance.
Zionist media confirmed that at least 12 IOF soldiers were evacuated from the area via helicopters, amid chaotic scenes and continued security operations. Several of the injured are said to be in critical condition, sparking concern among Zionist leadership about the growing toll of their military campaign in Gaza.
In response to the incident, the IOF launched a rapid sweep of the surrounding area, reportedly deploying reinforcements and initiating drone surveillance. The military has remained tight-lipped about the exact identity of the fallen soldiers, but emphasized that operations in the area would continue.
This event marks one of the most serious blows to Israeli forces in recent weeks, highlighting the increasing effectiveness and resilience of resistance tactics in Gaza. The southern region, particularly around Khan Younis, has seen intensified military engagements as resistance groups adapt to ground operations with guerrilla strategies.
The latest escalation underscores the heavy human cost of the ongoing conflict, as both sides brace for further confrontations. Analysts warn that such incidents may fuel further military retaliation and deepen the humanitarian crisis in the besieged territory.
