The Israeli army has announced the death of two soldiers and severe injuries to three others during clashes in the Gaza Strip.
According to a statement by the Israeli military, two soldiers from the Golani Brigade, Omer Samadja and Saadia Deri, were killed in the fighting in Gaza. Additionally, three soldiers sustained serious injuries.
As of the latest official data, the death toll among Israeli soldiers has exceeded 650 since October 7, 2023.
Meanwhile, the number of Palestinian casualties from Israeli airstrikes on Gaza has reached 37,431, with 85,653 injured since October 7.
Notably, two U.S. officials told Reuters on Wednesday that the floating dock in Gaza is expected to resume operations today (Thursday) to unload much-needed humanitarian aid for Palestinians.
The officials, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said the dock was reconnected to the shore on Wednesday after being temporarily detached last Friday due to poor sea conditions.
Aid began arriving through the dock, which was constructed by the United States on May 17. The United Nations reported that it had transported loads from 137 aid trucks to warehouses, amounting to about 900 tons.
However, subsequent rough waves damaged the dock, necessitating repairs. Poor weather conditions and security considerations limited the number of operational days.
