IDF announces death of soldier killed in Gaza; ground op death toll rises to 239

Tel Aviv, Feb 25 (IANS) – The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) announced the death of Staff Sergeant Narya Belete, 21, in south Gaza, bringing the death toll of Israel’s ground invasion to 239 since late October. An officer and two soldiers were also injured in the battle.

Staff Sergeant Narya Belete, from the Givati Brigade’s reconnaissance unit, hailing from Shavei Shomron in the West Bank, was killed in the battle, as reported by The Times of Israel. The soldier was involved in the ongoing conflict in the southern Gaza Strip.

The Israeli military confirmed that an officer and two soldiers from the Givati Brigade were seriously injured during the battle in the southern Gaza Strip on Saturday. The casualties were a result of the intense fighting between Israeli forces and Palestinian militants in the region.

The death of Staff Sergeant Narya Belete highlights the ongoing violence and casualties in the conflict between Israel and Palestinian militants. The escalation of tensions in the region has led to numerous deaths and injuries on both sides, with no immediate resolution in sight.

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