The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) eliminated four terrorists in an intense armed confrontation in the Rafah region of the southern Gaza Strip
The incident occurred on Monday when four armed men emerged from an underground tunnel shaft and fired at Israeli soldiers conducting security operations in the area.
The military immediately returned fire, neutralizing the four attackers on the spot.
Fortunately, no Israeli soldiers were injured during the incident.
According to the Israeli Army, forces continue to operate in the region with the clear objective of locating and eliminating other terrorists who remain hidden in the extensive network of underground tunnels.
The military command classified the attack as a serious violation of the US-mediated truce agreement, which came into effect in October.
Since then, dozens of Hamas members have sought refuge in this underground network in Rafah, an area that remains under IDF control according to the terms of the ceasefire.
It is estimated that between 60 and 80 terrorists from the group are still barricaded in these tunnels, but they face great difficulty moving due to frequent Israeli air strikes against the underground structures.
Similar incidents have recently been recorded in the same region, with operations resulting in the elimination or capture of other terrorists who attempted to leave their underground hideouts.
The Israel Defense Forces state that they will continue to take the necessary actions to remove all threats present in the area and ensure the safety of troops and the population.
Published in 02/10/2026 05h26
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