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23 US citizens have died fighting for the Israeli army in Gaza
22 February 2024 12:51 GMT
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At least 23 US citizens have been killed fighting for the Israeli army since the start of the ground operation in Gaza started. The number comprises almost 10 percent of the IDF death toll, the Washington Post reports.
Thousands of Americans and American Israelis rushed to join Israel's war on Gaza, which has killed more than 29,000 people, mostly women and children.
An estimated 23,380 American citizens currently serve in Israeli ranks, according to the Israeli army, the Washington Post reported.