Senior security official says that lack of decision on preventing illegal Palestinian workers is fueling terrorism, and without a solution the situation in the West Bank could escalate

IDF Oketz Canine Unit soldiers realize Hamas rigged one of the unit's dogs after it did not return from inspecting a suspicious building in Jabaliya in Gaza; Oketz expects to triple within 5 years as female soldiers join following the unit's success

IDF says forces patrolling the border fence near Rafah encountered the terrorists, who attempted to infiltrate and opened fire at the forces;  one terrorist managed to escape back to Rafah; One of the most serious incidents on Gaza border since  first week of war

Sergeant Major Zeed Mazarib, 34, was killed by terrorists - who opened fire and were armed with light weapons and RPGs - while conducting searches in heavy fog following a suspected infiltration alert; Zeed leaves behind a wife and 2 daughters

Chief military spokesperson Daniel Hagari criticizes global media for echoing false Palestinian claims of civilian casualties, says army delayed strike twice due to civilians located in area

Among those killed were Nukhba Forces who took part in October 7 massacre, according to IDF; Steps taken to reduce risk to civilians