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Palestinian militants ride an Israeli military vehicle that was seized by gunmen who infiltrated areas of southern Israel, in the northern Gaza Strip.
Palestinian militants ride an Israeli military vehicle that was seized by gunmen who infiltrated areas of southern Israel, in the northern Gaza Strip.

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  • The mayor of a southern Israeli council was killed while defending his community.
  • Ofir Liebstein, the head of Sha'ar Hanegev Council, died in an exchange of fire with Hamas militants.
  • At least 22 people have been killed in the carnage, according to the latest reports.

Ofir Liebstein, the head of Sha'ar Hanegev Council was killed during fighting with Hamas militants this morning, The Times of Israel reports. 

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Head of Israeli council killed by Hamas while defending his community, as Pales…