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- The Judean Staff
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In a volatile incident near Rafah on Monday, Israeli and Egyptian forces exchanged fire, resulting in the death of at least one Egyptian soldier. According to sources within the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), the confrontation began when Egyptian soldiers fired at Israeli troops, prompting a return of fire. The Israeli daily newspaper Maariv reported on the incident, which has since been confirmed by IDF officials.
Read more: Israeli-Egyptian Clash Near Rafah: At Least Egyptian Soldier Killed