The IDF announced that Capt. Eliav Chaim Tzaflamus, 21, from Haifa, a combat officer in the 603rd Battalion of the 7th Brigade, fell in southern Lebanon.

According to the IDF, the incident occurred when a military Humvee overturned during operational activity by 7th Brigade forces in the Litani area of southern Lebanon.

Three additional soldiers were lightly injured in the incident. They were evacuated to a hospital for medical treatment, and their families have been notified.

The IDF said the incident is under investigation.

Defense Minister Israel Katz expressed condolences to Tzaflamus’s family on behalf of the entire defense establishment and offered support to his commanders and fellow soldiers. “At this difficult hour, my heart is with the family,” Katz said, wishing the wounded soldiers a speedy and full recovery. “May his memory be a blessing.”