But `` based on the findings of the investigation , the defense minister decided to express his apology to Egypt over the death of every Egyptian policeman who was killed while on duty as a result of Israeli fire . '' NEW : Shalit thanks Egyptian field marshal for assistance with deal for Netanyahu 's return . In August incident , two Egyptian border guards were killed by Egyptian troops . Relations between the two nations have been strained in August .
NEW : Shalit thanks Egyptian field marshal for assistance with deal for Netanyahu 's return . In August incident , two Egyptian border guards were killed by Egyptian troops . Relations between the two nations have been strained in August .