An Israeli colonel, identified as Col. Ehsan Daxa, has tragically lost his life during combat in northern Gaza, marking one of the highest-ranking officers to be killed in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas. Col. Daxa served as the commander of the 401st “Iron Tracks” Brigade of the 162nd Division within the Israel Defense Forces.
The announcement of Col. Daxa’s death was made by the IDF on Sunday, with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu honoring him as “a hero of Israel, a warrior, and a commander” who dedicated his efforts to the security of the nation and its people. Prime Minister Netanyahu extended his condolences to Col. Daxa’s family, including his wife Huda and children Omri, Rif, and Yasmin.
