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As Hamas launched its October 7 onslaught, Israeli units rushed to contain infiltrations near Re’im and other southern communities. Commanders including Col. Roi Levy engaged gunmen in close quarters as security forces battled to retake overrun positions.
Facts: Date — 7 Oct 2023; Location — Re’im area; Context — initial response to Hamas infiltration; Casualties — multiple IDF personnel.
Sources: Times of Israel profiles; Reuters backgrounders.
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