By KUNA
Gaza : A Palestinian militant was killed and others were wounded during a firefight with Israeli military forces in Gaza Strip Wednesday.
A witness said, “A large number of Israeli army vehicles boarded by troops stormed into Gaza Strip early Wednesday, opening fire and launching ground rockets against Palestinian militants.”
“Armed clashes resulted with the death of one Palestinian and the injury of others before the withdrawal of Israeli forces from the area,” the witness added.
Palestinian medical sources said, Mohammad Shamiya, 23, a member of Hamas’ military arm, was killed during the clashes.” A ource added, “Special Israeli forces participated in the incursion which included a large number of tanks and helicopters.” Meanwhile, the Israeli radio reported that two soldiers were injured by Palestinian fire, east Khan Yunis, during the clashes between the two sides. The inured were transported to a hospital south Israel.
Al-Quds Brigades of the Islamic Jihad in Palestinian said, “Fighters clashed with Israeli forces in several areas near Khan Yunis.” The brigades said in a statement the fighters launched several RPGs, causing injuries to many Israeli troops involved in the operation.