Three IDF soldiers were killed in battle in Gaza, the IDF cleared for publication this evening. They have been identified as Staff Sergeant Shoham Menahem, Sergeant Shlomo Yakir Shrem, and Sergeant Yuliy Fakto.

In the incident in which the three soldiers fell, an officer in the 52nd Armored Corps Battalion, 401st Brigade was severely injured.

The officer was evacuated to a hospital to receive medical treatment and his family has been notified.

The Efrat municipality stated: "Shlomo was a tank crewman in the 401st Brigade, the son of Shaul and Hindi, residents of Rimon. Our hearts go out to his family in their difficult time and we send our condolences to his parents, sister and two brothers. The members of the council will be by the side of the family and will accompany them hand in hand on their difficult and painful journey."... Read More: Arutz-7