Israel announces death of two soldiers in central Gaza combat

Two Israeli soldiers were killed Monday in combat with Palestinian fighters in the central Gaza Strip, the military said on Tuesday. 

Israeli and Palestinian media reported heavy clashes north of Nuseirat refugee camp on Monday night and near the so-called Netzarim Corridor, an Israeli military base and checkpoint that dissects the Gaza Strip into northern and southern parts. 

There was no immediate comment from Hamas or other Palestinian armed groups. 

At least 673 Israeli soldiers and officers have been killed and over 4,000 wounded by Palestinian fighters since 7 October, including nearly 320 killed after the invasion of Gaza.