Jerusalem, October 7: The Israeli military says it is striking targets in the Gaza Strip as air raid sirens sounded in Jerusalem after the Hamas militant group announced a new operation against Israel. The sounds of at least three explosions could be heard as Israel deployed anti-rocket defenses. Israel Declares State of War After Infiltration, Multiple Missile Attacks From Gaza, Videos and Photos Show Fire in Residential Areas.

Ashkelon rocket impact site

The attack on Jerusalem is considered a major escalation by Israel. Earlier, the leader of Hamas' military wing said over 5,000 rockets were fired into Israel.

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