An Israeli soldier was killed and four others were injured during a military operation in southern Lebanon, according to a statement from the Israeli military. The deceased soldier was 21 years old. The incident occurred on Saturday, though the military did not release further details about the operation or the circumstances of the attack.

Israel’s Channel 12 reported that the soldier died in a drone strike, while the four injured soldiers are receiving medical treatment. Following the incident, Israeli authorities launched an investigation to determine the source and nature of the attack.

The clash comes amid escalating tensions and frequent confrontations between Israeli forces and Hezbollah along the Lebanon border, which have resulted in casualties on both sides, according to the report.