Staff Sgt. Agam Naim, a 20-year-old paramedic and the first female Israeli soldier to be killed in combat in Gaza, died in an explosion while serving with the 52nd Battalion of the 401st Armored Brigade. The incident occurred in a booby-trapped building in the Tel Sultan area of Rafah, contributing to a total of 348 Israeli soldiers lost since the ground offensive against Hamas began on October 7. Naim's aunt shared that despite family concerns about her service, Agam felt a strong responsibility to support her fellow soldiers and chose to return to Gaza just days before completing her assignment. She had plans for a vacation and to begin instructing a paramedics course, but she prioritized her duty to her comrades. Tributes praised her bravery and dedication to saving lives under challenging conditions. The paramedics organization recognized her as a pioneer in a combat role, highlighting her commitment to her mission.