Israel and Hamas in New Cycle of Violence, Sparked by Hamas Attack
Hamas Attack on Israel
On Saturday, Hamas launched a surprise attack on Israel, combining gunmen breaching security barriers with a barrage of rockets fired from Gaza.
Hamas breached the wire separating Gaza from Israel in multiple places, leading to the most serious cross-border attack Israel has faced in over a generation.
Israel has responded by launching airstrikes on Hamas targets in Gaza and clashing with Hamas forces on the ground.
Background of the Conflict
Israel and Hamas have a long history of conflict, with Hamas seeking to establish an Islamic state in Palestine and Israel seeking to secure its borders.
The current round of violence began in May 2021 with the escalation of tensions in Jerusalem, leading to clashes between Israeli police and Palestinian protesters.
Israel launched a military operation in Gaza in response, which lasted 11 days and resulted in over 250 Palestinian deaths and 13 Israeli deaths.
International Response
The international community has condemned the Hamas attack and called for de-escalation.
The United States and the United Kingdom have expressed their support for Israel's right to self-defense.
The United Nations Security Council is set to meet on Monday to discuss the situation.
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