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Two Israeli Soldiers, Both 19, Killed in Golan Heights Drone Attack from Iraq

Oct 4, 2024, 02:16 PM

Two Israeli soldiers were killed and 24 wounded in an explosive drone attack launched from Iraq targeting a military base in the Golan Heights early Thursday morning, according to the Israel Defense Forces (IDF). The soldiers, both aged 19, were identified as Sergeant Daniel Aviv Haim Sofer from Ashkelon and Corporal Tal Dror from Jerusalem, serving in the 13th Battalion of the Golani Brigade. The attack marks a significant escalation from Iraqi forces aligned with Iran, utilizing a suicide drone to strike Israeli territory from a considerable distance. The drone caused a massive impact on the military site, resulting in serious injuries to the wounded soldiers. The incident underscores rising tensions in the region and highlights the growing capabilities of Iranian-backed forces.