Did Gaz die in modern warefare 1?

In Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, Gaz is killed during the mission "Shock and Awe" by a nuclear explosion triggered by Imran Zakhaev. This event is a pivotal moment in the game's storyline, leading to significant consequences for the player character, Soap MacTavish, and the overall narrative of the game. Gaz's death serves as a catalyst for the player's motivation to seek revenge and stop Zakhaev's plans.