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Egyptians, IDF exchange gunfire at Rafah border crossing: reports

The Israeli Defense Forces are investigating a "shooting incident" at the Rafah border crossing, with Israeli media reporting that Egyptian forces were involved.

Egyptian service members and Israeli Defense Forces exchanged gunfire Monday at the Rafah border crossing along the Gaza Strip, the Times of Israel is reporting.

Other Israeli media outlets are reporting that an Egyptian soldier was killed Monday during the incident. 

The Israel Defense Forces said "a shooting incident occurred on the Egyptian border" and that the "incident is under review and discussions are being held with the Egyptians." 

This is a developing story. Please check back for updates. 

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