18th Israeli Soldier Killed In Gaza Offensive; Watch Intense Battle With Hamas' Al-Qassam Brigades

18 Israeli soldiers have been killed so far in the Gaza ground offensive launched last week. Lt Col Salman Habaka, who commanded the 53rd battalion of the Armored Corps, and reserve officer Lt. (res.) Yuval Zilbe were the latest casualties of the intense battles in the northern Gaza Strip between Israel Army and Hamas militants. Meanwhile, the Al-Qassam brigades have released new footage of mortar shells being launched at Israeli soldiers. Watch.