Hannibal Protocol activated after deadly Gaza clash: 'Israeli' media

The Gaza Strip has witnessed a surge in security and combat developments, as 'Israeli'-affiliated outlets reported heavy fighting in the area.

The pace of clashes in Gaza has accelerated in recent hours, with 'Israeli' media confirming that the fighting between the Israeli Occupation Forces (IOF) and the Palestinian resistance has grown more violent and difficult, resulting in increased casualties and numerous injuries.

In details of the security incident, 'Israeli' media reported that one IOF soldier was killed and three others were seriously wounded during the intense fighting in Gaza. IOF medical teams are continuing efforts to evacuate the wounded to hospitals.

- Hannibal Protocol activated -

'Israeli' media outlets reported an attempted abduction of an 'Israeli' soldier in Gaza, prompting the IOF to activate the Hannibal Protocol, a heightened security procedure aimed at preventing soldiers from being taken captive at any cost.

On the other hand, Palestinian sources reported heavy artillery shelling targeting the Al-Tuffah neighborhood in northeastern Gaza City, along with the firing of smoke bombs around Al-Jarrah Street, as part of the ongoing military operations carried out by the IOF in the area.

Hebrew media also announced that an IOF military aircraft carried out evacuation operations from Gaza, transporting the wounded to Tel Hashomer Hospital in central occupied territory for treatment.

Later on, 'Israeli' media reported that an anti-tank missile in Khan Younis targeted an IOF unit.