### Four IDF Soldiers Killed, Three Wounded in Rafah Explosion
**By Yonah Jeremy Bob, Jerusalem Post Staff**
*September 18, 2025*
Four IDF soldiers were killed and three others wounded in an explosion that occurred in Rafah. Although the area had been previously scanned and checked using various detection techniques, Hamas has occasionally proven adept at placing improvised explosive devices (IEDs) in between these security checks.
The IDF confirmed the deaths and expressed condolences to the families of the fallen soldiers. The incident highlights the ongoing risks faced by Israeli forces operating in volatile regions where militants continue to employ guerrilla tactics.
*Photo credit: IDF Spokesperson’s Unit*
https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/defense-news/article-867914