A bomb explosion in the northern Gaza Strip on Saturday, January 11, 2025, killed four Israeli soldiers and left six others injured. The attack, which targeted a patrol in the Beit Hanoun area, was caused by an underground explosive device. The wounded soldiers were swiftly evacuated, with two reported to be in critical condition, according to Israeli media reports, including The Times of Israel.
The four soldiers who died in the blast have been identified as Sergeant Major (Reserve) Alexander Fedorenko, 37, Staff Sergeant Danila Dyakov, 21, Sergeant Yahav Mayan, 19, and Sergeant Eliav Ashtukar, 19. This tragic incident brings the total number of Israeli soldiers killed in the ongoing military operation to 402.
Initial reports from the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) confirm that the explosive device was strategically placed along the soldiers’ patrol route. While no group has officially claimed responsibility for the attack, Hamas is widely suspected of orchestrating the bombing.
The explosion is the latest in a series of violent incidents in Gaza, part of an escalating conflict that began in October 2024. Israel’s military operations have intensified, and the Israeli government has pledged to continue its offensive against Hamas until its objectives are met. In response to the mounting casualties, there have been growing calls for a ceasefire and increased humanitarian aid to Gaza from the international community.
Despite international concerns about the humanitarian impact of the conflict, the violence continues to escalate. The situation remains tense, with both Israel and Hamas deeply entrenched in the ongoing struggle.