DALYAT AL-KARMEL: The Commander of the 401st Armored Brigade of the Israeli Army, Colonel Ihsan Daqsa, has been killed during ongoing battles in the Jabalia camp, located north of the Gaza Strip, according to an announcement made by the Mayor of Carmel on Sunday evening. According to National Iraqi News Agency, the Mayor of Daliyat al-Karmel confirmed the death of Colonel Daqsa, stating that he was killed in action amid the intense fighting in Jabalia. This area, north of Gaza, has been a focal point of conflict, with Colonel Daqsa being responsible for military operations there. Israeli media have reported that Colonel Daqsa was killed while receiving an information briefing in the volatile region, underscoring the treacherous conditions faced by military personnel on the ground. The incident also resulted in injuries to several of his assistants, further highlighting the dangers faced by those involved in the conflict. Hebrew sources have noted that Colonel Daqsa is among the highest-ranking Israeli mili tary officials to have been killed in the Gaza Strip, marking a significant loss for the Israeli military. His death underscores the escalating violence and complexities involved in the ongoing battles in the region.