The Israeli military is ramping up operations throughout the Gaza Strip.

Tank crews fired at a building they thought harbored terrorists, but instead was a Paratroopers’ field headquarters.

Elad Fingerhut, a father of three, died trying to help wounded soldiers.

About 15 terrorists were killed in the strike, including Nukhba force members who participated in the Oct. 7 massacre.

Sgt. Ira Yair Gispan, 19, fell in combat in southern Gaza • 100 terrorists killed since start of Rafah operation.

Israeli FM has spoken with his British and German counterparts “about the need to persuade Egypt to reopen the Rafah Crossing.”

Yom Ha’atzmaut was marked with muted festivities throughout the country on Monday evening and during the day on Tuesday.

This Yom Hazikaron is the country’s first since Oct. 7, 2023.

Soldiers who served in the war against Hamas support entering Rafah regardless of the hostage negotiations.