Hamas launched a wave of rockets into southern Israel on Sunday, claiming the strikes were in retaliation for Israeli airstrikes on Gaza, which they have labeled “massacres” of Palestinian civilians. The barrage, which included around 10 rockets, saw most of the projectiles intercepted by Israel’s missile defense system. However, one rocket successfully hit the southern city of Ashkelon, sparking chaos.
Israeli emergency services reported one person injured by shrapnel, and videos from the scene showed shattered car windows and debris littering the streets. In response, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed a “strong response” to the attack, reaffirming the continuation of intensive military operations in Gaza.
Minutes after the assault, the Israeli military ordered residents in Gaza’s Deir el-Balah area to evacuate, signaling an impending strike in retaliation. The IDF (Israeli Defense Forces) issued an urgent warning for civilians to seek shelter in the southern Mawasi area to avoid further harm.
This latest escalation is part of the ongoing tension between Hamas and Israel, as both sides continue to engage in deadly military exchanges, with no signs of de-escalation in sight. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.
