IDF soldier killed during heavy fighting in northern Gaza | Hezbollah rocket barrages on northern Israel during night

7:16 – Hamas and Fatah delegations meet in Cairo in an attempt to reach reconciliation after years of disconnection between them

The two delegations are in the capital of Egypt, to participate in the meeting of the Palestinian factions, which is held under Egyptian auspices. The Hamas delegation is headed by the organization’s senior officials Khalil al-Hiya, deputy head of the movement’s political bureau in the Gaza Strip, and Hussam Badran, head of the department for Arab relations. Fatah and Hamas will discuss matters of reconciliation and an attempt to reach agreements, after which an extended meeting will be held with the participation of all Palestinian factions. (Ynet)

5:57 – IDF soldier killed during heavy fighting in northern Gaza

The IDF released a statement: “In the incident where Staff Sergeant Noam Israel Abdu was killed, a soldier from the 17th Battalion (Infantry Corps squad commanders training), Bislamach Brigade, was severely injured.”

“In an additional incident, a soldier from the 7012th Battalion, 3rd Brigade, was severely injured during combat in southern Lebanon. “

“The soldiers were evacuated to a hospital for further treatment. Their families have been notified.”

Staff Sergeant Noam Israel Abdu (Photo: IDF)

04:50 – Sirens across the Upper Galilee

Sirens were activated in several settlements in the Upper Galilee. Among others, in Baram, Or Hanoz, Kadita, and Zebon.