First Israeli soldier killed as Gaza conflict escalates

Sergeant Omer Tabib ‘was killed as a result of anti-tank missile fire’ fired by Hamas, said officials

Bel Trew

Middle East Correspondent

Wednesday 12 May 2021 17:12 BST

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Israeli soldiers fire a 155mm self-propelled howitzer towards the Gaza Strip (AFP via Getty Images)

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An Israeli soldier has been killed in the growing conflict with Gaza, military officials have confirmed.

Sergeant Omer Tabib “was killed as a result of anti-tank missile fire” fired by Hamas on Wednesday morning, the Israeli military said.

The 21 year old is the first Israeli soldier to die in the current fighting.

The overall death toll on both sides has now passed 60.

Israeli military said it expressed “its heartfelt condolences and will continue to support both the injured and the families of the soldiers”.

Sgt Tabib’s family have been informed, said officials.

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First Israeli soldier killed as Gaza conflict escalates

Sergeant Omer Tabib ‘was killed as a result of anti-tank missile fire’ fired by Hamas, said officials

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