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Tuesday, January 23, 2024
Gallant after 21 soldiers killed in central Gaza incident: ‘Deaths compel us to achieve war’s goals’
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Defense Minister Yoav Gallant gives a statement on the deaths of 21 soldiers in Gaza, from a meeting in Ramat Korazim, northern Israel, January 23, 2024 (Screen grab used in accordance with Clause 27a of the Copyright Law)
Defense Minister Yoav Gallant says it is a “difficult and painful morning” after the military announces 21 soldiers were killed in an incident in the southern Gaza Strip yesterday.
The soldiers were killed when two buildings collapsed following a large explosion, and a tank was apparently hit by an RPG.
“Our hearts are with the dear families in their most difficult time,” the defense minister writes.
“This is a war that will determine the future of Israel for decades to come – the fall of the soldiers compels us to achieve the goals of the fighting,” Gallant writes.
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