IDF announces death of soldier in Gaza fighting, bringing ground op toll to 249

Emanuel (Mannie) Fabian is The Times of Israel's military correspondent

Sgt. First Class (res.) Michael Gal (Israel Defense Forces)
Sgt. First Class (res.) Michael Gal (Israel Defense Forces)

The IDF announces the death of a soldier killed during fighting in the southern Gaza Strip today, bringing the toll of slain troops in the ground offensive against Hamas to 249.

He is named as Sgt. First Class (res.) Michael Gal, 29, of the Bislamach Brigade’s 450th Battalion, from Jerusalem.

Most Popular
If you’d like to comment, join
The Times of Israel Community.
Join The Times of Israel Community
Commenting is available for paying members of The Times of Israel Community only. Please join our Community to comment and enjoy other Community benefits.
Please use the following structure: example@domain.com
Confirm Mail
Thank you! Now check your email
You are now a member of The Times of Israel Community! We sent you an email with a login link to . Once you're set up, you can start enjoying Community benefits and commenting.