The IDF announced Tuesday morning that a reservist soldier was killed and several others were wounded in separate incidents tied to ongoing operations in southern Lebanon.

The IDF Spokesperson’s Unit confirmed that Sergeant Major (Res.) Ayal Uriel Bianco, 30, from Katzrin, who served as a firefighting vehicle driver in the 188th Brigade, was killed during combat in the region.

In the same incident in which Bianco was killed, the military reported that one reservist sustained moderate injuries, while two others were lightly hurt.

All of the wounded were transported to a hospital for treatment, and their families were informed.

Separately, on Monday evening, the IDF disclosed that eight soldiers were injured during operational activity in southern Lebanon after an explosive drone struck the area.

According to the report, the drone crashed and detonated near IDF troops, causing injuries to those stationed nearby. Two soldiers were reported to be in moderate condition, while six others suffered light wounds.

The injured soldiers were treated at the scene before being evacuated to a hospital for continued care. Their families have also been notified.

At the same time, IDF forces from Division 98 — including units from the Paratroopers, Commando, and Givati brigades — are continuing efforts to broaden the security zone in southern Lebanon.

{Matzav.com}